Book of Longing

This collection gathers Leonard Cohen's poetry written between the 1980s and 2006, marking his first new volume of verse since *Book of Mercy*. The poems explore enduring themes of mysticism, sensuality, and wry humor, reflecting the introspective lyricism that defines Cohen's later work. The volume is distinguished by its integration of Cohen's own illustrations, which include playful self-portraits and witty drawings that interact with the text in unexpected ways. This interplay between word and image highlights the range and depth of his artistic voice, presenting a unified vision of language and visual art that speaks with clarity and passion.

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