Poems, 1914-1919

A striking chorus of verses unfolds from the trenches and the quiet English countryside, tracing the tumult of the Great War from its first thunder to the uneasy calm that followed. The poems move from vivid battle‑scene sketches—storm‑blown clouds, gunfire‑scarred fields—to intimate elegies for comrades whose lives were snatched away in the conflict’s relentless grip. Each piece carries a personal weight, recalling friendships, lost futures, and the aching longing for a world that might once again know peace.

The poet’s voice weaves classical allusions and earthy language, melding ancient myth with the stark realities of modern combat. Through lyric intensity and heartfelt reflection, listeners are invited to feel the sorrow, the fleeting moments of beauty, and the stubborn hope that flickers amid devastation. This collection offers a resonant, human portrait of war’s early years, inviting contemplation long after the final stanza ends.