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Winter Wreath by Leslie Norris uses the passage of the cold months as a vehicle for work from all periods of his career. Selected and arranged by Norris, the poems move from the introspection of late autumn, through sublime reflections on the Nativity, to the emotional and spiritual release of early spring.

Norris's lauds and accomplishments are numerous. His work has been critically acclaimed, collected, anthologized, editioned in multiples, translated and appreciated the world over. His writings have earned him a permanent place in the cultural consciousness. As one scholar expressed, "Looking back in 200 years there is no doubt that [Leslie Norris] will be considered the late twentieth century Welsh poet."


Norris enthusiasts will recognize this book, with its previously unpublished pieces, selections in concert and fine craftsmanship, to be a valuable addition to their libraries. The uninitiated will find it to be an excellent overview of Norris's masterful oeuvre.


Elegant wood engravings by Robert Buchert naturally echo the atmosphere of this brilliant text. The text was printed from handset type.


A marvellous companion to this volume is the double-CD set of recorded readings by and interviews with Leslie Norris, given especially for this publication. Look and listen! Treat your eyes and your ears to an encounter with astonishing talent.


Letterpress. Edition of 140. 60 pages.
Deluxe, 10 copies. Quarter leather and cloth binding in a slipcase with the two-CD set. Printed on handmade paper. Signed by both the author and illustrator. $375.00 plus tax and shipping. SOLD OUT.
Standard, 120 copies. Hardbound. $90.00 plus tax and shipping.
In sheets, 10 copies. $80.00 plus tax and shipping.
Two-CD sets. $25.00 plus tax and shipping.
Prospectus available upon request.


 

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