Stratford Gems: A Poetic & Photographic Journey of Stratford

“It was heightened by memorable moments at dusk, when lights swam in the water and geese lifted into the air. This steady undercurrent of my life is Stratford, and this book is a love song to my hometown.” -excerpt from Stratford Gems: A Poetic & Photographic Journey of Stratford Stratford Gems: A Poetic & Photographic Journey of Stratford by award-winning poet Heidi Sander evokes the magical and dream-like heart of Stratford, calling upon images of lush gardens, tranquil rivers and captivating artwork, as the poems navigate history, memory and the many pathways home. “Stratford feels like home to everyone I meet”, says Sander. Sander elegantly blends poetry with her photography, as a love song to her hometown. With a thematic arrangement ranging across relationships and families, the urban and natural world, history and the future, there is a great sense of community woven throughout the collection. It transports readers across place and time, and opens doors to understand Stratford, art and memories. This is the first book in the Stratford Gems: A Poetic & Photographic Journey of StratfordStratford Gems: A Poetic & Photographic Journey of Stratford series, as Sander continues to pay homage to her hometown. This captivating journey is more than just a book – it’s an experience to immerse yourself in the history, culture, and charm of Stratford, Ontario. Whether you’ve visited Stratford many times or have yet to discover its wonders, this book will ignite a passion for this hidden gem. Like this:Like Loading...