In this small, luminous memoir, the National Book Award-winner Patti Smith revisits the most sacred experiences of her early years, with truths so vivid they border on the surreal. The author entwines her childhood self - and its 'clear, unspeakable joy' - with memories both real and envisioned from her twenties on New York's MacDougal Street, the street of cafés. Woolgathering was completed in Michigan, on Patti Smith's 45th birthday and originally published in a slim volume from Raymond Foye's Hanuman Books. Twenty years later, Bloomsbury is proud to present it in a much augmented edition, featuring writing that was omitted from the book's first printing, along with new photographs and illustrations.
Patti Smith
Patti Smith is an American singer-songwriter, poet, and visual artist who rose to fame in the 1970s as a punk rock icon. Known for her raw and emotive lyrical style, Smith's most notable works include her debut album "Horses" and her memoir "Just Kids," which won the National Book Award in 2010. Smith's writing is characterized by its poetic and confessional nature, blending elements of rock and roll with themes of love, loss, and rebellion. She has been a trailblazer in the punk rock and poetry scenes, inspiring generations of artists with her fearless creativity and unapologetic voice. Smith's impact on literature and music is undeniable, making her one of the most influential figures in both fields.
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