"Poetry of the light of the soul, or the Distance of the Gray-haired Poet by the author William Douglas O'Connor" is a book that reveals deep and important pages of the life and work of one of the most experienced poets. In it, the author talks about the vicissitudes of life that affected the poetic heritage of the "gray poet", his views on the world, art and morality. In addition, the book explores the influence of this poet on the contemporary literary scene and his place in the history of poetry. This is a well-known work that expands the understanding of the literary life and legacy of the poet, instills interest in his work and helps to understand the depth of his poetic vision.