A magical, modern-day literary tale. Let go of the past, find inspiration, deal with loss, and ultimately live a happy, blissful life. In Erasmus Cromwell-Smith's magical, modern-day literary tale, an ailing professor journeys into his past to reveal a world ensconced in stories and poetry, with the hope of imparting inspirational, lifelong lessons. From his crumpled aesthetic of a tweed jacket or cardigan to his thick British accent, Professor Erasmus Cromwell-Smith is the embodiment of the prestigious New England scholastic institute where he teaches. But at 64, with a sudden diagnosis of incurable brain cancer, he decides to focus his intentions on living each day to the fullest and to share a lifetime of wisdom that he's treasured throughout the years. Through an unfolding of conversation, free-verse poetry, and letters, the mentors' tutelage is revealed. Over 30 thought-provoking poems and reflections are woven throughout, addressing such concepts as: ¿ How Hope triumphs over tragedy ¿ How True Love trumps hardship and pain ¿ What is the Happiness Formula ¿ The healing power of Poetry and Art ¿ The importance of the small details in life ¿ What does it mean to live an inspired life ¿ The importance of not being mere bystanders in our lives (but participants). ¿ What is a life wizard ¿ How to win in life? ¿ What is true love? ¿ What is the power of Hope? ¿ Where does the magic in life resides? "...A Touching collection that weaves poetry into a man's life story for a tangible example of the healing power of poetry..." "Just like Coelho's The Alchemist, only with a magical love story."