When Horses Ride By

In spite of the hardship and suffering of wartime, children often find ways to see beauty and hope - in the natural world, in the love of family and friends, and in the ordinary activities of childhood. Through these graceful and eloquent poems, written from a child's perspective, readers will experience this resilience and optimism, and understand that it is possible to get through difficult times while holding onto one's hopes and dreams for a better, more peaceful future.