The Shadow of Sirius

The Shadow of Sirius is a collection of deeply reflective meditations that explore the central themes of memory, light, darkness, and presence. With his focus on the profound power of memory, W.S. Merwin has become one of the great poets of our age. The nuanced mysteries of life are poignantly depicted in Merwin’s tender poems, where we are reminded that we have only what we remember. In his latest book, Merwin continues to impress with his accomplished style that speaks to the core of human existence.