Description
Paperback cover has a couple of tears. Pages are clean and binding is secure. Ships from Colorado.
This well-loved copy of “Writings to an Unfinished Accompaniment” offers a glimpse into the poetic mind of W.S. Merwin, one of the most celebrated American poets of the 20th century. Merwin’s work is renowned for its deep reverence for nature and its exploration of humanity’s relationship with the natural world. This collection, published in 1982, represents a pivotal period in Merwin’s career, as he had recently abandoned the dense, complex style of his earlier works in favor of a more spare and minimalist approach. Despite its modest appearance, this volume contains some of Merwin’s most poignant and thought-provoking poems, reflecting his ongoing fascination with themes of impermanence, memory, and the interconnectedness of all living things. For collectors and readers alike, this well-worn copy serves as a testament to the enduring power of Merwin’s poetic vision and his ability to capture the essence of the human experience in his deceptively simple yet profoundly moving verses.