The Graveyard and Other Poems

By Marcellus Moylan

Enter into the darkness of a moon-lit graveyard where two long-lost brothers meet again. Under the
shadow of specter-like trees, by the grave of their father, listen to their narration of what transpired in
the fifty years of their separation, and witness how the story finally unfolds, there in the moon-lit
graveyard.
There are two other shorter ballads in this book. One tells of the heroism of Maximilian Kolbe, and
the other will challenge you to reflect on your life as pilgrim and how you bear your sufferings which
will lead you to the Eternal City.
Of the other poems and sonnets in Marcellus Moylan's first published book, some are prayers and the
others touch upon the themes of friendship, hope, and home.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Xlibris US
• Release date: Mar 27, 2015
• ISBN: 9781503553408

Marcellus Moylan

Marcellus Moylan was home-schooled in Hawaii along with his nine other siblings. But it was in the minor seminary where his love for the English language and poetry was enkindled. In the course of his studies, Marcellus has traveled from the verdant Big Island to arid Australia, from the mountains of Idaho to the great plains of the Midwest. Spending fifteen months in Germany and Europe expanded his cultural outlook and linguistic abilities. Currently he is studying to be a traditional Catholic priest.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

The Graveyard

Upon Bitter Waters

Not To Miss Life’s End

For The Sake Of A Friend

A Vigil

A Prayer For Priests

A Good Advice

A Song To My Home

In A Cold Jet Plane

Winter

Dominus Semper Custodit

Jesus Moriens Cruce

Saw Off Nothing From The Cross

Shakespearean Birthday Wish

Pair On A Chair

Christmas Sonnet

Morning Greeting To The Sacred Heart

Evening Greeting To The Sacred Heart

Good Night, Sweet Jesus

DEDICATION

To Rosalinda Salgado, and, to Nancy Gallagher, who inspired me with a love for writing and literature, and who first suggested that I get my works published. And finally to Benjamin Besaw, for his friendship throughout the years.

Poetry

"Poetry is not made of mere verse and rhyme,

Nor is its worth only in measure and time,

But poetry is a lofty form of art,

Which uplifts the spirit and touches the heart."

~ Marcellus Moylan ~

THE GRAVEYARD

The dark branches splayed across the dim sky,

Like so many bony fingers stretching out menacingly,

As if to strangle the moon as she came over the hill,

Dressed in her newly full orb, beaming silently.

Under the specters of the crooked boughs,

The bent old man quickened his