In "At Dawn and Dusk" by Victor Daley, readers are taken on a journey through the beauty and mystery of nature. Daley's vivid descriptions and poetic language bring the natural world to life, allowing readers to experience the sights, sounds, and emotions of each scene.

The book is divided into two sections, dawn and dusk, mirroring the cycle of the day. In the dawn section, readers are treated to breathtaking sunrises, chirping birds, and the quiet stillness of the morning. Daley's ability to capture the essence of dawn is truly remarkable, making the reader feel as if they are witnessing the magic of a new day unfolding before their eyes.

In the dusk section, the tone shifts to more contemplative and reflective as the day comes to a close. Daley explores themes of endings, transitions, and the fleeting nature of time. The beauty of the setting sun and the gentle fading of light are beautifully rendered in his words, leaving readers with a sense of peace and awe.

Overall, "At Dawn and Dusk" is a captivating and lyrical exploration of the natural world. Daley's poetic vision and deep connection to nature shine through in every poem, making this book a must-read for anyone who appreciates the beauty and wonder of the world around us.

Book Description:
Victor Daley, then a happy, wondering Irish lad, drifted out to Australia. His head was full of old tunes and fragments of poetry; his pocket was nearly empty. The sunshine and freedom of Australia delighted him, and, in careless, vagabond fashion he enjoyed the fleeting pleasures of the day with little thought of the morrow. A good companion, " a fellow of infinite jest," life to him was a gallant spectacle, which he loved to look at and did not take seriously. Worldly success never tempted him, for he was a Bohemian by birth; but he was also descendant of a bardic sept, and he wanted to be a poet. So he wrote verses charged with the melancholy regret of the Celt for vanished glories and the beauty of remote things, dainty opalescent lyrics with hints of fairy music, witty and ironic verse on passing events, and, occasionally, prose sketches. When the pressure of hard realities brought sorrow into his life he wrote more gaily and vigorously than ever. For twenty years or more he charmed a large number of readers. In this thinly-peopled continent the makers of verse are numerous, and though Daley never appealed to so large an audience as the ballad writers, he was the writer best beloved of the writing clan. - Summary by Summary from Wine and Roses