On Eagle Wings

About the Book

This book contains a collection of poems written in storybook form. The Eagle is the main character featured in this book. The author has captured the character of the Eagle. The next story is about a little dog named Max. Max grew up with us as children. He was a smart little dog and he was like a family member. Max’s life ended in a tragedy. The Legend of the Four Star Ranch tells one of many tales that was told to family members. It was said that many people were afraid to go to the ranch after dark because they had heard about some dreadful things happening to other people. Most of these stories were probably fabricated tales, but the stories were interesting. Prairie Bell was a beautiful rock school. It was probably built in the late thirties. This school was in the country, and was named after two community churches. Nature at Dusk, Nature at Work, and Sunset, captures some of nature’s wonders.

About the Author

Barbara Ann McCormick Cooksey was born and reared outside of Castle, a small town in Oklahoma. She lived with her grandmother for fourteen years. She attended Praire Bell School for nine years. After which, she moved to Oklahoma City to live with her mother. She completed high school at Douglas High School. Barbara continued her education at Langston University (Bachelor’s Degree in Education) and the University of Central Oklahoma (Masters Degree in Education). She was featured in a Vocal Music Recital as a Lyric Soprano at the Church she attends. She loves to write poems, draw, and take nature walks. Barbara is a retired Educator.