Verses and Rhymes By the Way

"Verses and Rhymes By the Way" by Norah Pembroke is a collection of poems that explores deep emotions and experiences across Canada. It touches upon subjects like love found and lost, the beauty of the natural world, and thoughts on life itself, all while weaving in elements of both Canadian and Irish culture. Beginning with "A Story of Plantagenet," the book introduces Marie, a captivating young woman living near Ottawa, and immediately places her in the center of a love story with Napoleon Rajotte to illustrate the themes of love and life in her region. Each poem draws out strong feelings related to time moving forward, being apart from loved ones, and looking forward to reunions, highlighting the way our personal feelings mix with the world that surrounds us.