FOOT PRINTS

About the Book

This book is the fifth published version of Mr. Henry Allen Laine's book, FOOT PRINTS. This version contains the previous version set of poems, in addition to two new poems, titled, "Our President" and, "Some People's Ways". The book is dedicated to all of his children Helen, Anna, Madeline, Henrietta, Clara, Sarah, Mary, Kelly, and Tommie. This book is dedicated to the legacy that Mr. Henry Allen Laine left, and his belief in God, his support of family, and his passion for truth. He was an inspiration to all that knew him, and created a desire in his children, and all he met, to do their best. Mr. Laine led by example, and his book Foot Prints, chronicles segments of his life, and those that he admired. One can catch a glimpse of Mr. Laine reading the poems, and reflecting on how much of what he wrote about many years ago, is as revelant to day as it was then. Enjoy.

About the Author

Henry Allen Laine was born in Madison County, in 1869, of parents who had been slaves. He earned a teachers certificate at Berea College in Richmond Ky. He published, Foot Prints in 1914. He was also a devout religious and family man. Pictured, is Henry Allen Laine being honored as the 1947 ?Man of the Year?, in Richmond. He is with his wife and six of his daughters. On July 29, 2003 Henry Allen Laine was inducted into the Kentucky Civil Rights Hall of Fame.