Book of Longing.

COHEN, Leonard.

$975.00

Item Number: 135256

Toronto: McClelland & Stewart, 2006.

First Canadian edition and true first of Cohen’s provocative book of poetry. Octavo, original boards. Signed by Leonard Cohen on the title page who has added his stamp. Fine in a fine price-clipped dust jacket, inscription to the front free endpaper.

Leonard Cohen's first book in nearly 15 years was written on Mt. Baldy, Los Angeles, Montreal and Mumbai. Contains drawings and decorations by the author. "Book of Longing has exceptional range. It is clear yet steamy, cosmic yet private, both playful and profound." (New York Times).