Brings together a new collection of poetry and original line drawing illustrations by the acclaimed author of Stranger Music and Book of Mercy. Brings together a new collection of poetry and original line drawing illustrations by the Canadian poet. Internationally celebrated for his writing and his music, Leonard Cohen is one of the legendary writers, performers, and most consistently daring artists of our time. Book of Longing is his new collection of poetry - twenty years in the making - written on southern Californias Mount Baldy and in Los Angeles, Montreal, and Mumbai. Following his acclaimed 1984 publication, Book of Mercy, and containing Cohens own line drawings, Book of Longing brings together all the elements that have elevated Leonard Cohens artistry to worldwide recognition. Internationally celebrated for his writing and his music, Leonard Cohen is one of the legendary writers, performers, and most consistently daring artists of our time.Book of Longing is his dazzling new collection of poetry -- twenty years in the making -- written on southern Californias Mount Baldy and in Los Angeles, Montreal, and Mumbai. Following his highly acclaimed 1984 publication,Book of Mercy, and containing Cohens own playful and provocative line drawings,Book of Longing brings together all the elements that have elevated Leonard Cohens artistry to worldwide recognition.
