Scars, Stars, and soulfire : Poems to stir the heart
Overview
Scars, Stars, and Soulfire" by T. Ralph Taylor is a heartfelt collection of 23 inspirational poems that weave together personal reflection, nature's beauty, and spiritual depth. Spanning decades since his first poem in 1967, Taylor's journey-from a dyslexic butcher's apprentice to a Church of Scotland minister and educator-infuses each verse. Poems like "Pools of Love" tenderly mourn his dog Damon, while "Iona Beach" and "Iona's Song" capture the wild majesty of the island where he restored its Abbey. "The Teacher" celebrates education's transformative power, and "The Quest for Power" explores inner strength, reflecting his resilient spirit. Nature shines in "The Things We Let Go" with its daisy chains and butterflies, and "Ode to Scotland" honors Burns and Highland landscapes. Accompanied by Taylor's own digital artwork, the collection blends word and image to evoke joy, loss, and hope. Dedicated to his supportive family and readers, this 2025 British English work, rooted in his Scottish heritage, offers a testament to creativity overcoming adversity.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9798288079139
- ISBN-10: 9798288079139
- Publisher: Independently Published
- Publish Date: June 2025
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.19 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.32 pounds
- Page Count: 72
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