About “Paterson”

Paterson is a long poem by William Carlos Williams that combines the geography and history of the New Jersey city of Paterson with the personal and imaginative life of the poet. The work is structured in five books, following the course of the Passaic River as a metaphor for the poet's own life and creative process.

Book details

Published
1946
Latest edition
1946 · ISBN 9780811212984
ISBN
9780811212984

Frequently asked questions

How many pages is Paterson?

Paterson by William Carlos Williams has 328 pages.