Lundy's Lane, and Other Poems

A heartfelt tribute unfolds in this collection of poems, beginning with a tender memorial to the author’s young daughter. The verses move from personal grief to vivid reflections on the Canadian landscape, capturing the quiet beauty of spring on the Mattagami and the haunting silence of winter forests. Each piece is steeped in a quiet reverence for nature, love, and the fleeting moments that shape a life.

The centerpiece, a dramatic recounting of the Battle of Lundy’s Lane, offers a soldier’s raw, first‑hand perspective on the chaos and courage of the 1812 conflict. Through rhythmic language and striking imagery, the poet conveys the roar of gunfire, the flash of night combat, and the lingering sorrow of loss on the battlefield.

Interspersed among these historic scenes are tender love songs, meditations on travel, and contemplations of memory. The collection balances the roar of war with the whisper of everyday moments, inviting listeners to feel both the grandeur of history and the intimacy of personal reflection.