Wendell Berry Reihenfolge der Bücher

A new collection of poems and the companion volume to the popular bestseller This Day, Wendell Berry's Another Day is another stunning contribution to the poetry canon from one of America's most beloved writers A companion to his beloved volume This Day and Wendell Berry's first new poetry collection since 2016, this new selection of Sabbath Poems are filled with spiritual longing and political extremity, memorials and celebrations, elegies and lyrics, alongside the occasional rants of the Mad Farmer, pushed to the edge yet again by his compatriots and elected officials. With the publication of this new edition, it has become increasingly clear that the Sabbath Poems have become the very heart of Berry’s work.

Focusing on social justice and economic disparity, this work by Wendell Berry delves into the historical exploitation of marginalized groups that has fueled the prosperity of a select few. Building on themes from his earlier writings, it calls for a deep examination of the interconnectedness of wealth and unpaid labor, urging readers to confront uncomfortable truths about the nation's foundations. Berry's advocacy for the dispossessed is a central theme, emphasizing the need for a more equitable society.

Thirteen new stories of the Port William membership spanning the decades from World War II to the present moment For those readers of his poetry and inspired by his increasingly vital work as advocate for rational land use and the right-size life, these stories of Wendell Berry's offer entry into the fictional place of value and beauty that is Port William, Kentucky. Berry has said it's taken a lifetime for him to learn to write like an old man, and that's what we have here, stories told with grace and ease and majesty. Wendell Berry is one of our greatest living American authors, writing with the wisdom of maturity and the incandescence that comes of love. These thirteen new works explore the memory and imagination of Andy Catlett, one of the well-loved central characters of the Port William saga. From 1932 to 2021, these stories span the length of Andy’s life, from before the outbreak of the Second World War to the threatened end of rural life in America.

In twenty short books, Penguin brings you the classics of the environmental movement.From the ravages of the global economy to the great pleasures of growing a garden, Wendell Berry's powerful essays represent a heartfelt call for humankind to mend our broken relationship with the earth, and with each other.Over the past 75 years, a new canon has emerged. As life on Earth has become irrevocably altered by humans, visionary thinkers around the world have raised their voices to defend the planet, and affirm our place at the heart of its restoration. Their words have endured through the decades, becoming the classics of a movement. Together, these books show the richness of environmental thought, and point the way to a fairer, saner, greener world.

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

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.

“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.

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.