In addition to poetry and prose, this edition includes a look into two other works: "Diary of a Madman" in which we find an internal dialogue that progresses from thoughts of manipulation to those of a refined heart and soul. The first several chapters of the authors novel "The River of Israel" are also included, in which we find two young men traveling into the desert on an adventure with twists and turns that leads to to uncover many hidden truths. "Rhymes of a Woodman's Path has poems which give an over-arching story that will touch your heart and make you want to visit the woods. Each poem is a riddle into the mind of the author as he gives you access to life as a son, brother, friend, lover, child, and father." Katherine Johnson"Jake. . . That's how he's known, and that's what I call him. With the exception of an occasional Mountain Man or Grizzly Adams reference due to his beard and big boned features, that's what everybody calls him. . . Jake. Jake's different and uniquely abstract, but surprisingly understanding writings touch a vein in the artery of his readers that inspire adventure and offer lessons for everyone. His life experiences and artistic imagination have inspired this beautiful collection that I am sure will arouse the passion of countless readers for long into the future." Daniel L. Vinson