"Footprints” has appeared in books and on plaques, cards, calendars and posters, and its inspiring message is treasured by millions all over the world. The poem was composed by Margaret Fishback, a young woman searching for direction at a crossroads in her life. In this inspiring story, the creation of the poem, its subsequent loss and its astonishing recovery are intertwined with a life full of challenge, adversity and joy. The result is a memorable offering of the heart and soul, giving spiritual and emotional renewal.

In this new, beautiful hardcover edition, the author shares the story of the poem alongside extra material, including a personal update, readers’ letters of how “Footprints” changed their lives, a selection of her other poetry and a series of interview questions in which she shares some important life lessons.

MARGARET FISHBACK POWERS has two sisters, two daughters and four grandchildren. The bestselling author of many inspirational books and the creator of the famous “Footprints” poem has travelled the world as an evangelist with her husband, Paul, for over forty years. She lives in British Columbia. Visit her website at www.footprintspoem.ca.

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