On August 29th, The Essential W.S. Merwin – a long-awaited collection of Merwin’s lifetime contributions to poetry, prose and translation – was released by his publisher, Copper Canyon Press. The book, which was supported by fans and readers through Copper Canyon Press’ successful crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter, can be purchased through the publisher here. Compiled […] Read More
THE ESSENTIAL W.S. MERWIN Released, Offered as a ‘Thank You Gift’ for New Donations of $100 or More
Today, The Merwin Conservancy’s founder W.S. Merwin, along with his longtime editor Michael Wiegers, released The Essential W.S. Merwin, a volume encompassing Merwin’s seven-decade career as a writer of poetry, prose, and translation. W.S. Merwin’s publisher, Copper Canyon Press, says the book “traces a poetic legacy that has changed the landscape of American letters”. The Washington Post […] Read More
Native Hawaiian Palms at Merwin Conservancy Inspire New Art for Mālama Wao Akua Exhibition
In preparation for the upcoming Mālama Wao Akua native species art exhibition presented by East Maui Watershed Restoration Partnership at the Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center, sixteen Maui artists joined The Merwin Conservancy staff in the palm forest for visits and inspiration among the native palms. The group was introduced to W.S. Merwin’s story and […] Read More
