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A poet more like a prophet, with a message that stirs our values at the core, Dan Coppersmith pierces our skin-deep culture going straight to the
heart and soul with words that inspire us to greatness.
- Denis Waitley, author
The Seeds of Greatness
The Elusive Here & Now
As Reviewed in the Holistic Networker:
I have known Dan Coppersmith and enjoyed his poetry for many years.
Dan writes from a deep place about life: fear, joy, shame—being human.
His words will touch you and bring you to tears, if you let them.
Dan's first book, The Elusive Here & Now, brings together his
sensitive poetry and his stunning nature photography. Each alone, the
photos or the poems, would make a lovely book. By bringing them
together, Dan has composed a masterpiece. This book feels good, and
looks good. The craftsmanship and quality of work in all aspects:
words, photos, typography, design, and layout, make this book a joy to
own and a joy to give as a gift.
Maybe you've felt that you just "don't get" poetry, that it's too
intellectual or confusing. Then this book is certainly for you. The
Elusive Here & Now makes for joyful reading, again and again.
Dan's poetry, like any great teaching, is easily understood. His
words remind us that when we step back from acting as self-absorbed
ego beings, then we discover that peace, joy, and happiness are our
natural expressions.
by Tony Cecala, Ph.D.
Reviewed by Tony Cecala, Ph.D.
A small yellow flower. A moss
covered rock. A bright red ladybug. Even nature at its simplest has the
power to awe. Such is the nature of Dan Coppersmith’s poetry. Deceptively
simple in style, his message is deeply profound. It not only has the
power to change the way you look at life, it has the power to change
the way you live your life. Thank you, Dan, for the wisdom and the wonder
of your words.
- Steven Lane Taylor, Author Row, Row, Row
Your Boat: A Guide for Living Life in the Divine Flow
The words will make you think. The
poems will make you feel, deeply. It will calm and delight you. You
will feel better about yourself and the world you live in. You will
feel more alive and connected to the world around you. The
captivating nature photography, which complements each poem, takes
you to an even deeper and more profound peace than words alone
could. You will want to keep this book close, perhaps by your bed,
to taste and ponder as you drift off to sleep. You will want to
share it with those you love.
- Melissa Cantrelle, Life Coach and Workshop
Facilitator
It is very difficult reading your book. My eyes keep leaking
and my nose starts to run and it makes me THINK.
- Joe G. Reynolds
I got the book, and I’ve started reading
it. Reading it? I don’t know if that’s the right expression.
I’ve started eating it is better. It’s delightful! Deceptively
simple, which is a good indication that it is clear, from a clear
place. Speaking of a clear…the photos are strikingly clear.
What kind of camera do you use? I’m not a photographer, but
I might take it up.
- Miles Kierson