Dirge of the Sea-Children, and Other Poems

Dirge of the Sea-Children, and Other Poems is the first volume of poetry by Kenneth Rand, published before his death in 1918 due to the Great Influenza epidemic while serving in WW1. This collection features reprints of his contributions to various magazines during his time at Yale, including the Yale Literary Magazine, where he was chairman. Notable poems include 'The Crows,' 'Lover's Dawn,' 'The Prodigal,' and 'Straw-Death,' showcasing Rand's early literary talent and reflections on life and loss.