By the Sea, and Other Verses

"By the Sea, and Other Verses" by H. Lavinia Baily is a collection of early 20th-century poems that explores feelings, nature, spirituality, and problems in society, focusing on peace and love. The verses carefully look at emotions and real-life events, showing the cultural and writing styles of the time. Through poems like "By the Sea," the collection talks about finding peace, even when there is war. Other poems, such as "Myself and You" and "A Lost Song?", think about relationships, forgiving others, and trying to be good. The main idea in the verses is that people should try to be kind, connect with each other, and live together peacefully, even when life is hard. Baily's work makes readers think deeply about their own lives and how everyone shares similar experiences.