Desiderata A formula for happiness

A book of the perennially popular prose-poem written by Max Ehrmann, whose message is just as inspiring, uplifting and pertinent today  The timeless poem Desiderata, which in Latin means “things that are yearned for”, offers a simple, positive and truly uplifting guide to life. In this beautifully illustrated book the poem is brought to life with stunning and sensitively chosen photography. Each element of Max Ehrmann’s enduring 1920s prose could not be more applicable than it is now. 

​His wise words offer inspiration for helping us to be grateful for what we have. As we reflect on our values and what motivates us after the struggles of a pandemic this is the perfect gift anyone but is especially poignant for someone who is about to enter a new stage in their life, such as someone who has just graduated or got a new job.

Max Ehrmann was an American writer, poet, and attorney from Terre Haute, Indiana. This version of the poem has been created by Steven Barnett. Steve, formerly Publishing Director of Random House, New Zealand is author of various books including The Countryside Year, Classic British Cars and is owner of Torpedo Bay Productions. He is based in Auckland, New Zealand.