This is a PREOWNED book but 100% Guaranteed Satisfaction. Please examine the pictures carefully because the item in them is the exact one you will receive. Also, don't hesitate to ask for any other photos if needed. You may note some remnants of your book's past life - an autograph, an inscription, a dog-eared corner, or some yellowed pages. We do our very best to notate any flaws, but occasionally we may miss something. If you're not satisfied, please take advantage of our free return policy. We are a small Veteran owned business and truly appreciate your patronage. Ships well packaged and via USPS Media Mail, unless otherwise requested (may result in an additional charge). Will ship out next business day after payment is received in most cases, no more than than the 2nd business day after payment. _________________________________________________________________ Poems by Jessica Powers, who was a member of the Discalced Carmelite Order and resided at the Carmel of the Mother of God in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. Her name in religion is Sister Miriam of the Holy Spirit. Her publications include four volumes of poetry: "The Lantern Burns", "The Place of Splendor", "Mountain Sparrow", and "The Little Alphabet", a book of children's poems. Also a booklet of Christmas poems, entitled "Journey to Bethlehem." Some of her earlier poems have been translated into Italian and were published in the Vatican City under the title "Luogo di Splendore."