Seasons of Poetry

A quaint but masterful compilation of poems and art, Seasons of Poetry touches the imagination of any reader. Within its 94 pages, one will experience the quintessential romance of nature and life, according to every season. The writing in Seasons of Poetry is the best of the best--William Shakespeare, Geoffrey Chaucer, Emily Dickenson, Walt Whitman, William Wordsworth, and others. The paintings enhance the poetry, and the final product is a powerful work that carries the reader into green spring countrysides, tranquil summer streams, lush fall harvests, and warm winter hearths. The book is not limited to the picturesque, however, for the shortening days of autumn and the chilling days of winter are also described. Seasons of Poetry uses nature to celebrate the whole of human life. One may argue the book is too romantic--an unrealistic volume for dreamers. Indeed, the lazy love, the pristine pleasure, and the symbolic sunsets have never existed in a form so simple and grand. Yet herein is one of the book's virtues. It pulls us away from the present complexities of life. It uplifts our spirits by calling to mind fond memories, reminding us of the simple goodness in nature, and helping us feel a balance between the joys and sorrows of life. Seasons of Poetry is worth reading, pondering, and rereading. This culmination of the work and thought and understanding of the greatest artists of history will make a difference in the life of any reader.