The Walking-Away World

by Kenneth Patchen

The singular work of Kenneth Patchen has influenced poets, artists and political activists for decades. New Directions is proud to launch a Patchen revival beginning with omnibus editions of his unique compositions.

Kenneth Patchen's last words to New Directions founder James Laughlin were "When you find out which came first, the chicken or the egg, you write and tell me." Answering his own question comes Patchen's "picture-poem." The Walking-Away...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0811217574
• ISBN13: 9780811217576
• Release Date: July 2008
• Publisher: New Directions Publishing Corporation
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.9" x 8.9"