The Ends of the Earth

By W.S. Merwin

Book Overview

Merwin has gathered eight essays--including a memoir of George Kirstein, publisher of The Nation, and one of Sydney Parkinson, explorer, naturalist and artist on Captain James Cook's Endeavour--that show the breadth of his imagination and sympathy.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 159376068X
• ISBN13: 9781593760687
• Release Date: June 2005
• Publisher: Counterpoint LLC
• Length: 278 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.4" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

A very gratifying book.

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!