“Mary Walker isn’t just one of my favorite living poets.
She’s one of my favorite poets, period.”

MARTHA BECK, New York Times bestselling author

First Edition Hardcover

limited to 200 copies NZ$68.00

 

As one of a Limited Edition of only 200 copies, your beautifully bound artisanal book will be hand-numbered and signed by Mary.

  • 63 poems borne from the land.

  • Featuring the painting Earth by New Zealand oil painter Jane Blackmore.

  • Delightful-to-touch, sustainably sourced paper (FSC, PEFC approved).

  • Ribbon bookmark and gold foil lettering.

  • Your copy hand-numbered and signed for you, with an inscription if you wish.

For postage information, and to order, click below:

Note: Book orders will be processed after 26 October 2023

 

“I’ll keep this book close and read it often. I advise other readers to do the same!”

MARTHA BECK, New York Times bestselling author

 

MORE ABOUT YOUR LIMITED EDITION BOOK:

  • Limited edition numbers are assigned as orders are received. First orders will be numbered 001, 002, 003 etc.

  • Your book is marked inside as a First Edition, as well as being hand-numbered and signed by me.

  • If you would like a particular inscription, please include this when ordering. I’d love to personalise your book for you.

  • Your book will be prepared and posted from New Zealand. I’ll send you the estimated delivery time when I send your book.

  • Postal services: The postal service in some countries is in a state of flux at present. Therefore, there is a possibility of longer than usual delivery times. Should your book not be delivered, due to this being a limited edition printing I cannot offer a replacement book. Here is a list of countries post cannot be sent to. Please check to see if your location is listed before you order.

 

READER REVIEWS:

"I am on poem number 4, and I have decided this book is going to change my year." ~ Amber-Jayne Bain

"To all the poetry lovers out there, this book is an absolute treasure." ~ Wellington Apothecary

"These poems are like medicine." ~ Chantal Cropp

"Your book has arrived and it is absolutely beautiful. My body breathes a soft sigh of relief everytime I read one." ~ Joss Goulden

"I adored receiving this beautiful toanga made with love and wisdom." ~ Lisa Markwick

"A lovely book of gentle words for you, me and the land, wrapped up in a warm hug. So fitting in these turbulent times." ~ Lizzie Beere

"Oh my goodness, it is just beautiful. It even feels beautiful to hold, with its suede-like texture. This already feels like a much-treasured book to me." ~ Katrina Rowe

Look inside…

A selection of the 63 poems in The Land Will Hold You

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

from Readers

Sunrise at home in winter.

Your poems always make me feel calm and hopeful. ~ Annie

This really spoke to me today, I needed to hear this. Thank you for your beautiful work. ~ Moira

Your poems are such a massive part of our week. A staple in our home. ~ Devon

Thank you Mary for your beautiful soothing words. They are a balm every time. ~ Helene

You have a knack of putting into words a felt sense that I can only just begin to name and understand. ~ Sarah

This is the most touching set of words.... I plan on printing it out to read it as needed. - Cathy

 
 

Words I needed to read, in just this way. Thank you. ~ Tara

Your words and contemplations speak to me across these miles, and are always welcome. - Sam

Thank you for this beautiful, uplifting rallying call of a poem, Mary. ~ Ali

Your poems are such a gift. ~ Maddi

I love your nature metaphors, they feel so gentle and grounded and accepting. ~ Laurie

Every time I stop and read your words, a calm washes over me. - Tracey

 
 

IN NEW ZEALAND?

The Land Will Hold You is available now in paperback from Wellington Apothecary.