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• Roots to the Earth

  • Wendell Berry

  • 96pagine
  • 4 ore di lettura

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  In 1995, Wendell Berry’s Roots to the Earth was published in portfolio form by West Meadow Press. The wood etchings of celebrated artist and wood engraver, Wesley Bates, were printed from the original wood blocks on handmade Japanese paper. In 2014, this work was reprinted at Larkspur Press, along with additional poems. It is now with great pleasure that Counterpoint reproduces this collaborative work for trade publication, as well as expanding it with the inclusion of a short story, “The Branch Way of Doing,” and additional engravings by Bates. In his introduction to the 2014 collection, Bates wrote: "As our society moves toward urbanization, the majority of the population views agriculture from an increasingly detached position. . . In his poetry [Berry] reveals tenderness and love as well as anger and uncertainty. . . The wood engravings in this collection are intended to be companion pieces to. . . the way he expresses what it is to be a farmer."

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• The Wild Birds

  • Wendell Berry

  • 176pagine
  • 7 ore di lettura

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  “Berry is a superb writer. His sense of what makes characters tick is extraordinary . . . Short stories don't get any better than these.” —People As part of Counterpoint's celebration of beloved American author Wendell Berry comes this reissue of his 1986 classic, The Wild Birds: Six Stories of the Port William Membership. Those stories include “Thicker Than Liquor”, “Where Did They Go?”, “It Wasn't Me”, “The Boundary”, “That Distant Land”, and the titular “The Wild Birds.” Spanning more than three decades, from 1930 to 1967, these wonderful stories follow Wheeler Catlett, and reintroduce readers to the beloved people who live in Berry's fictional town of Port William, Kentucky.

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• Andy Catlett: Early Travels

  • Wendell Berry

  • 160pagine
  • 6 ore di lettura

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  Set during Christmas in 1943, a young boy named Andy Catlett embarks on his first solo bus journey to visit his grandparents in Port William, marking a significant rite of passage into manhood. As he navigates this solitary voyage, his experiences become crucial moments in the broader narrative of the Port William series. The story reflects on the tension between traditional ways of life and the encroaching modern world, while Andy later reminisces about the tales of his neighbors and friends, enriching the tapestry of his community.

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• Standing by Words

  • Wendell Berry

  • 213pagine
  • 8 ore di lettura

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  An urgent, visionary, and heartfelt collection of essays focused on recovering deeper, time–honored values against the ravages of modern society. In six elegant, linked literary essays, Berry considers the degeneration of language that is manifest throughout our culture, from poetry to politics, from conversation to advertising, and he shows how the ever–widening cleft between the words and their referents mirrors the increasing isolation of individuals and their communities from the land. “This skillfully conceived book is one of the strongest contemporary arguments for literary tradition: a challenging credo, un–glib, calmly assured, clearly illuminating—and required reading for those seriously interested in the interplay between literature, ethics, and morality.” —Kirkus Reviews “[Berry’s] poems, novels and essays . . . are probably the most sustained contemporary articulation of America’s agrarian, Jeffersonian ideal.” —Publishers Weekly

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• Watch with Me

  And Six Other Stories of the Yet-Remembered Ptolemy Proudfoot and His Wife, Miss Minnie, Née Quinch

  • Wendell Berry

  • 224pagine
  • 8 ore di lettura

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  Set in the fictional community of Port William, Kentucky, this collection features newly reissued stories by Wendell Berry that delve into the lives of its residents. Berry's rich storytelling captures the essence of rural life, exploring themes of community, nature, and the interconnectedness of human experiences. Through his vivid characters and evocative prose, he invites readers to immerse themselves in the heart of this beloved setting.

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• A World Lost

  • Wendell Berry

  • 112pagine
  • 4 ore di lettura

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  Set in the summer of 1944 during World War II, the story follows nine-year-old Andy Catlett in Kentucky, who is more focused on nature than the war's impact. The narrative takes a dark turn when his Uncle Andrew is murdered, leading Andy to grapple with feelings of guilt over the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. Told from Andy's perspective fifty years later, the novel delves into the enduring influence of memory and the possibility of reconciliation with the past, prompting readers to reflect on their own histories.

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• Jayber Crow

  • Wendell Berry

  • 384pagine
  • 14 ore di lettura

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  “This is a book about Heaven,” says Jayber Crow, “but I must say too that . . . I have wondered sometimes if it would not finally turn out to be a book about Hell.” It is 1932 and he has returned to his native Port William to become the town's barber. Orphaned at age ten, Jayber Crow’s acquaintance with loneliness and want have made him a patient observer of the human animal, in both its goodness and frailty. He began his search as a "pre-ministerial student" at Pigeonville College. There, freedom met with new burdens and a young man needed more than a mirror to find himself. But the beginning of that finding was a short conversation with "Old Grit," his profound professor of New Testament Greek."You have been given questions to which you cannot be given answers. You will have to live them out―perhaps a little at a time.""And how long is that going to take?""I don't know. As long as you live, perhaps.""That could be a long time.""I will tell you a further mystery," he said. "It may take longer." Wendell Berry’s clear-sighted depiction of humanity’s gifts―love and loss, joy and despair―is seen though his intimate knowledge of the Port William Membership.

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• Wendell Berry: Port William Novels & Stories: The Civil War to World War II (Loa #302)

  Nathan Coulter / Andy Catlett: Early Travels / A World Lost / A Place on Earth / Stories

  • Wendell Berry

  • 1034pagine
  • 37 ore di lettura

  This edition features the complete fiction of a celebrated American author, showcasing their unique storytelling and character development. It highlights the writer's contributions to contemporary literature, making it a significant addition to any literary collection. Readers can expect a diverse range of themes and styles that reflect the author's distinct voice and perspective, celebrating their impact on the literary landscape.

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• The Memory of Old Jack

  • Wendell Berry

  • 176pagine
  • 7 ore di lettura

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  Set in a rural Kentucky river town, the story unfolds through the reflections of "Old Jack" Beechum, a retired farmer, as he revisits a pivotal day in September 1952. The narrative evokes the essence of America's past, highlighting the deep connection between the land and its inhabitants. Through Jack's perspective, the novel explores the enduring values that shaped American identity as the nation transitioned into the next century.

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• A Place In Time

  • Wendell Berry

  • 256pagine
  • 9 ore di lettura

  A collection of twenty short stories about Port William, a mythical town on the banks of the Kentucky River, populated over the years by a cast of unforgettable characters living in a single place over a long time

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• Nathan Coulter

  • Wendell Berry

  • 128pagine
  • 5 ore di lettura

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  Set in the richly drawn community of Port William, Kentucky, this novel introduces readers to the lives of its citizens, establishing a unique literary landscape comparable to iconic locales like Yoknapatawpha County and Winesburg. Through the story of Nathan Coulter, Wendell Berry explores themes of connection to place, community, and the intricacies of rural life, inviting readers to immerse themselves in the distinctive rhythms and relationships of this memorable setting.

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• Remembering

  • Wendell Berry

  • 112pagine
  • 4 ore di lettura

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  Set in 1976, the story follows Andy Catlett, who grapples with profound depression after losing his hand in a farming accident. Alone in San Francisco, he embarks on a reflective walk through the city, which becomes a transformative journey. By the end of the day, as he returns to his hometown of Port William, Kentucky, Andy begins to find a path toward healing and wholeness.

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