James Merrill
6 books
About the Author
James Merrill (1926-1995) was an acclaimed American poet whose work blended the personal and the metaphysical with extraordinary elegance and depth. Born into a wealthy family in New York City, he attended Amherst College and later lived much of his life in Europe and the United States, drawing inspiration from his travels and introspective nature. Merrill's poetry often explored themes of love, loss, art, and the supernatural, culminating in his ambitious epic 'The Changing Light at Sandover,' which earned him the Pulitzer Prize in 1977. His collections, including the thoughtfully curated 'James Merrill Poems (Everyman's Library POCKET POETS),' showcase his mastery of form and his ability to infuse everyday language with profound insight, establishing him as one of the most innovative voices in twentieth-century literature.
Writing style
elegant
metaphysical
introspective
Books by James Merrill
