Across the Sea and Other Poems.

This small collection gathers poems that let the sea stand in for memory and desire. The author shifts from soft childhood reminiscence to sober reflections on destiny, each line echoing the hush of waves and distant harps.

The opening piece, “Across the Sea,” paints a golden city beyond the horizon before turning inward to a tender recollection of youthful days by a familiar shore. A voice from the deep warns the speaker against reckless wandering, heightening the pull between curiosity and safety. This quiet dialogue sets a thoughtful tone that carries through the early verses.

Later poems—“The Seven Sleepers,” “A Legend of St. John,” and “The Blessed Vale”—keep the same elemental mood while weaving mythic scenes and personal insight. Their formal yet clear language invites listeners to drift along familiar lyrical currents and notice fresh images. Readers who appreciate a balance of classic reverence and intimate feeling will find the collection gently resonant.