The Port William Novels & Stories

At last, Wendell Berry's complete Port William saga presented in the order he intended, and collected in a deluxe three volume boxed set

"The most complete—and the most powerful—vision of any American writer in my time." —Bill McKibben

For more than sixty years, Wendell Berry has conjured the interconnected lives of the people of the fictional town of Port William, Kentucky, in a multi-generational saga that spans from the Civil War to the present day. Now Library of America completes its definitive edition of this extended masterpiece, prepared in consultation with the author and presenting the complete story for the first time in the order of narrative chronology.

Contents:

Port William Novels & Stories I: The Civil War to World War II

Nathan Coulter
Andy Catlett: Early Travels
A World Lost
A Place on Earth
Plus 23 Stories

Port William Novels & Stories II: The Postwar Years

The Memory of Old Jack
Remembering
Plus 23 Stories

Port William Novels & Stories III: The Final Years

Jayber Crow
Hannah Coulter
Marce Catlett: The Force of a Story
Plus 16 Stories

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs