Leon Newton

The Village Poet and Collection of Writings Leon Newton

Coming from an isolated village, he is the only one allowed to leave. Sent out to capture the knowledge of the world, it is imperative that he can express the wisdom he has gathered in an eloquent way, making him both a philosopher and a poet. The Village Poet is an entertaining story about the knowledge one-man gains throughout his journey of life. Based upon being the 'chosen one,' also known as the village poet, the story entails the many theories and hopes this man holds. The village poet is a mystical character that appears in the village years after his original departure in order to share the fruits of wisdom and knowledge he has gathered over his journey. He delivers a speech that will help the people of the village to be more virtuous and will teach them how to succeed through self-awareness and appreciation. The poet discusses the ultimate plan on how to succeed through actions and thoughts. By implementing the rules of age-old society the poet reminds his people to never forget the simple rules of life, such as respect and hard work. He uses a series of short stories and his own experiences to help illustrate life. The village poet makes people feel the energy of the power of his thoughts. By focusing in on the power of the mind, the village poet reminds the villagers that they have the power to do anything as long as they believe in themselves. The Village Poet is a story that emphasizes the power of the mind and actions. Reminding its readers of often overlooked values, the story is one that challenges each human to follow this virtuous path towards success. The story is able to motivate its readers to succeed and be kind to their fellow man. The other writings are just as interesting; The Tragic Death of Emperor Titus, Stolen Childhood and The Newspaper Boy.