Wendell Berry est célébré pour son profond engagement envers la conservation, l'agriculture et sa production littéraire. À travers ses essais, romans et poésie, il explore les liens profonds entre les personnes, la terre et la communauté. Ses œuvres soulignent constamment les vertus d'une vie vécue en harmonie avec la nature, critiquant souvent les modes d'existence modernes qui perturbent cette relation vitale. La voix de Berry résonne comme un phare de sagesse pour ceux qui recherchent une manière de vivre plus ancrée et harmonieuse.
This two-volume edition features essential writings from a leading figure addressing today's ecological and cultural crises. Compiled with the author's input, it emphasizes the urgency and relevance of these insights in contemporary discussions about environmental and societal challenges.
The Sabbath Poems showcase Wendell Berry's deep spiritual yearning and political critique, blending elegies, celebrations, and the impassioned voice of the Mad Farmer. This complete edition highlights their significance as a central element of Berry's oeuvre, revealing the profound impact these works have had on American poetry. Through a collection that captures both personal and communal struggles, the poems resonate with themes of nature, humanity, and the quest for meaning in a turbulent world.
Set in the Port William community, the narrative spans nearly a century, weaving together stories from three collections along with new material. Through rich character development and vivid storytelling, it explores the lives, struggles, and connections of the community's inhabitants, offering a deep and reflective look at their shared history and experiences.
And Six Other Stories of the Yet-Remembered Ptolemy Proudfoot and His Wife, Miss Minnie, Née Quinch
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.
Wendell Berry channels his frustration with contemporary society's treatment of land and community through the character of the Mad Farmer in this collection of poems. This ongoing sequence blends manifestos, meditations, and humorous rants, reflecting a deep-seated anger and a yearning for a more meaningful connection to the past. The Mad Farmer serves as both a necessary voice and a regrettable figure, capturing the complexities of modern existence while provoking thought and laughter.
This volume features a curated selection of nonfiction works by a leading advocate for sustainable culture, highlighting their influential ideas and perspectives. It showcases a range of essays that explore critical themes related to environmentalism, sustainability, and cultural awareness. The collection aims to inspire readers to engage with pressing ecological issues and reflect on the importance of sustainable practices in contemporary society.
A collector's edition, and the perfect gift for the stalwart Wendell Berry fan. First printed in 1995 by Gray Zeitz of the beloved Larkspur Press in Monterey, Kentucky, this gift edition is a beautiful reproduction of Wendell Berry’s book–length poem, illustrated with the original drawings by Carolyn Whitesel.
The tales of Port William, a little farming community nestled deep in the Kentucky River valley. The tales unravel the story of a town over the course of four generations, chronicling the intertwined lives of the families who call it home
The collection of essays explores themes of homecoming and personal identity, reflecting on the author's connection to his roots and the land. Notable pieces like "The Rise," "The Long-Legged House," and "A Native Hill" delve into the writer's journey of rediscovery and the significance of place in shaping one's life. Originally published in 1969 and now reissued, this work marks the beginning of Wendell Berry's exploration of the central issues that would define his career, emphasizing the profound relationship between people and their environment.
Since its publication in 1977, The Unsettling of America has been recognized as a classic of American letters. In it, Wendell Berry argues that good farming is a cultural and spiritual discipline. Today’s agribusiness, however, takes farming out of its cultural context and away from families. As a result, we as a nation are more estranged from the land—from the intimate knowledge, love, and care of it. Sadly, his arguments and observations are more relevant than ever. Although “this book has not had the happy fate of being proved wrong,” Berry writes, there are people working “to make something comely and enduring of our life on this earth.” Wendell Berry is one of those people, writing and working, as ever, with passion, eloquence, and conviction.