Poems That Touch the Heart: America's Most Popular Collection of Inspirational Verse

If you love poetry...will you will find this book like no other for poems that truly touch the heart in any circumstance in life.

My parents gave me this book for Christmas one year when I was in high school. It quickly became my favorite anthology of poetry, one I have treasured for many, many years. Unfortunately, I lost my copy in one of the many moves that have occurred over that time. I discovered it was missing when I went looking for it a couple of months ago. Maybe it's still in a box in the garage loft. But never mind. If you only purchase one anthology of poetry, it should be this one. This is the poetry that you memorize. This is the poetry that you read at a friend's funeral. This is the poetry you share with your children and grandchildren. It never goes out of style. That's why I'm buying another copy.

I really really like this book. It has poems that comfort you when your sad and give you hope when you feel like giving up. I recommend this book to all readers who love poetry.

The poems and stories in the book are just as relevant and touching today as they were 30 years ago when my father purchased a copy for me. Most of the poems have been read many times by me and shared with others. I have many favorites, but the most precious to me is "The Touch of the Master's Hand" and the story of the little girl in heaven who's tears keep putting the candle out. This is my 5th purchase of the book. Lent copies never seem to return. I have given it as gifts also. Thank you for making it available still.

The poems are simple, uplifting. There is something for everyone... on every subject. You'll want to read it over and over and buy copies for you're friends!! It deserves a coveted spot in your library... or closer still, you're night table!!