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Let No Day Dawn That the Animals Cannot Share

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A reviewer (Myworthi@aol.com), An animal lover, August 19, 2003,
A Wonderful Celebration of the Animal Kingdom
To say that Kristine Smith is an animal advocate is an extreme understatement. She obviously eats, sleeps, breathes and lives to express her sincere dedication and admiration for both the wild and the domestic creatures with whom we share life on this planet. Kris has this uncanny way of touching just what we love most about animals, and in her book, 'Let No Day Dawn...,' is a wondrous celebration and expression of great insights into the way animals think and the way they touch our lives in so many ways. And who better to lead the celebration than the legendary DeForest Kelley, who, with his wife Carolyn, supported so many animal welfare causes. The poetry in this book sends chills down my spine; the stories makes me laugh (and cry); and the drawings by Emese Emoke Dian have me in awe of an artistic talent that truly captures the spirit of the animals she has chosen to illustrate.

Also recommended: All Creatures Great And Small

If you or someone you know has a genuine love and concern for animals, then this is a book to cherish. Having devoted much of her life to the love, caring, and well-being of domesticated and wild animals, she shares this compassion within her poetry. Additionally, from her numerous life experiences interacting with the animals, she shares a few very touching stories as well. Read about her observations of the elephants, seals, raccoons, tigers, coyotes, and so many more!!

Be prepared to laugh and to cry. The poetry will touch you deeply. It seems to draw you in and force you to really reflect on what is happening to these beautiful creatures. You will be moved, hopefully, to an awakening of the responsibility we all have to protect and care for the animals.

This is the ultimate in thoughtful, caring, and insightful gifts. And, believe me, along with the wonderful offerings by Kris, the cover page, photographs, and artwork within are awesome!! Be prepared to buy one to savor for yourself and some to share with others. It's well worth it!!

I would like to make clear to prospective readers that the author of LET NO DAY DAWN is an animal welfare advocate. (Note: I said animal WELFARE, not animal rights, as some reviewers have stated.) Smith's book invites you into the lives and minds of animals -- and into the mind (and unique hands-on experiences) of a dedicated, down-to-earth lady who loves them and shows it --through commitment, strictly humane action, and unbridled passion.

The late actor DeForest Kelley was an animal welfare advocate; he and wife Carolyn supported the North Shore Animal League (NSAL) for many years. A portion of the proceeds from this book will benefit NSAL, The ROAR Foundation (Shambala Preserve), and other recognized national and international animal welfare organizations in memory of DeForest, to help support the ongoing commitment of these organizations' to animal welfare and advocacy.

To say that Kristine Smith is an animal advocate is an extreme understatement. She obviously eats, sleeps, breathes and lives to express her sincere dedication and admiration for both the wild and the domestic creatures with whom we share life on this planet. Kris has this uncanny way of touching just what we love most about animals, and in her book, "Let No Day Dawn...," is a wondrous celebration and expression of great insights into the way animals think and the way they touch our lives in so many ways. And who better to lead the celebration than the legendary DeForest Kelley, who, with his wife Carolyn, supported so many animal welfare causes.

The poetry in this book sends chills down my spine; the stories makes me laugh (and cry); and the drawings by Emese Emoke Dian have me in awe of an artistic talent that truly captures the spirit of the animals she has chosen to illustrate.

I see other reviews here that talk about the poet's obvious love for and experience with animals, and these come through profoundly in her writing. But I want to comment on the book's literary value. If you have high standards for poetry, you'll be delighted with what you find here. This isn't just cheap verse - it's quality stuff, with original imagery and compelling insights that make you look at animals in a fresh new way. I'm a former English teacher and expected this book to be a disappointment - another amateur's attempt at poetry writing. But I was more than pleasantly surprised. This book has taken up permanent residence on my "favorites" bookshelf.

Jessi Hoffman