The Ends of the Earth
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W. S. Merwin is widely acknowledged as one of the finest living poets in English. Less well known is the power and range of his work in prose. For his first new prose collection in more than ten years, The Ends of the Earth, Merwin has gathered eight essays that show the breadth of his imagination and sympathy. A memoir of George Kirstein, publisher of "The Nation," stands alongside one of Sydney Parkinson, explorer, naturalist and artist on Captain...
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:1593760302
ISBN13:9781593760304
Release Date:March 2004
Publisher:Counterpoint LLC
Length:278 Pages
Weight:1.30 lbs.
Dimensions:1.1" x 6.3" x 9.1"
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A very gratifying book.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
The book consists of a series of essays by the poet W.S. Merwyn. Some of the journeys herein are rambles, and you're not quite sure where Mr. Merwyn is headed. The last paragraph of each, however, ties it all together, and sends your mind a-reeling. A most worthwhile read by a master!
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