Author(s): Various, Coles, Richard,
Binding: Hardback,
Date of Publication: 03/10/2019,
Pagination: 224 pages,
Series: Macmillan Collector's Library,
Imprint: Macmillan Collector's Library,
Published By: PAN MACMILLAN ,
Book Classification: Poetry anthologies (various poets)
Dimensions: 101 x 156 x 14mm
Weight: 148g
ISBN13\EAN\SKU: 9781509893812

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Poetry is the perfect medium to capture the elusive nature of happiness and this beautiful anthology explores happiness in all its forms – whether it be a fleeting moment, the promise of freedom and adventure, surviving adversity or the comfort of nature.

Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library, a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket-sized classics with gold-foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition features an introduction by writer, broadcaster and parish priest, The Reverend Richard Coles.

Poems for Happiness is an inspiring and life-affirming collection that features writing by some of our greatest poets whose work is still widely read today. It includes famous poems such as ‘How Do I Love Thee’ by Elizabeth Barrett Browning, ‘If’ by Rudyard Kipling, ‘My Heart Leaps Up’ by William Wordsworth and ‘Invictus’ by W. E. Henley. In addition to these well-known verses, this beautiful volume includes lesser-known poems to discover and enjoy.