At the Water’s Edge

About the Book

At the Water’s Edge has been inspired by a lifetime of living near the Salish Sea. Through poetry, the book explores the flora, fauna, and life experiences associated with living near the waters of the Pacific Northwest. The poems reflect the ebb and flow of tide as we pass through the various seasons (spring, summer, autumn, and winter). Like the salmon, an icon of the Pacific Northwest, many of the poems reflect this circle of life, which has intrigued people for centuries. Utilizing a variety of poetic forms, the book contains over two hundred pages of poems about our unique coastal community. It is my hope that you enjoy this exploration of our magnificent region of the world. Enjoy!

About the Author

Steve K. Bertrand is an award-winning poet, historian, and photographer. For over thirty-five years, he has also worked as a freelance photojournalist. His poems, stories, and articles have appeared in numerous publications locally, nationally, and internationally. In addition, Steve has had a long career as a teacher/coach in the Everett School District. He has been very involved in poetry readings throughout the Pacific Northwest. Steve is the author of nineteen books. He and his wife, Donna Marie, live in Mukilteo, Washington. They have two children—Jessie and D. J. In their free time, they enjoy family, friends, and the Pacific Northwest.