Favorite Poems of Alice Baker

This book brings together twenty‑two poems written by Alice Baker across more than three decades, from early works of the 1930s—such as Let Me Live for Today (1933) and Sermons in the Trees (1934)—to later pieces from the 1960s, including A Peak in Darien, which references astronaut John Glenn. Each poem is presented with Baker’s original typed or handwritten manuscript on the left page and a clean transcription on the right for readability. For readers who appreciate guidance, a section titled “Reflections on the Poems” begins on page 52, offering brief summaries that illuminate the themes and emotional contours of each piece; revisiting the poems after reading these reflections often reveals new depth and clarity. Summary page numbers for each poem are conveniently listed in the Table of Contents.