Poems: New and Old

This expansive anthology gathers more than a decade of verse, stitching together the poet’s early naval ballads with later reflections on history, faith, and personal memory. Listeners will glide from the stirring “Sailing at Dawn” and the rhythmic “Song of the Sou’ Wester” to quieter meditations such as “Mors Janua” and “The Mossrose,” each piece evoking a distinct mood while echoing a common reverence for duty, love, and the passing of time.

The collection also revisits celebrated patriotic odes—like the ode for Trafalgar Day and the tribute to Admiral Blake—alongside intimate poems about family, loss, and the fleeting joys of everyday life. With its rich variety of themes and a voice that balances the grandeur of sea‑faring adventure with tender introspection, the volume offers a rewarding listening experience for anyone drawn to lyrical storytelling and the timeless cadence of poetry.