Front cover of A Moment of Calm by Ana Sampson, hardback

A Moment of Calm : A soothing poem for every day of the year - Ana Sampson

Ana Sampson

£22.00
  • Pages · 480 pages, 15 b/w
  • Publication Date · 16/10/2025
  • Genre · Poetry
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Discover tranquility in A Moment of Calm, a beautifully curated anthology featuring a soothing poem for every day of the year. From classic verses to contemporary gems, this collection offers a daily respite from life's chaos. Editor Ana Sampson has carefully selected works that celebrate nature, explore inner peace, and inspire joy. Immerse yourself in Oscar Wilde's lyrical 'Impressions de Voyage', Mary Webb's reflective 'The Happy Life', and Edna St. Vincent Millay's pithy 'First Fig'. Seasonal entries like Robert Louis Stevenson's 'At Morning on the Garden Seat' mark nature's rhythms. With its elegant design and thoughtful illustrations, this book is the perfect bedside companion for poetry lovers and those seeking a moment of serenity. Embrace a year of poetic solace and find your daily moment of calm.

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