Letters of Robert Giroux and Thomas Merton

Discover the profound friendship between two remarkable figures in American literature with Letters of Robert Giroux and Thomas Merton, edited by Patrick Samway. This compelling collection showcases the correspondence between renowned editor Robert Giroux (1914-2008) and celebrated Trappist monk and writer Thomas Merton (1915-1968), highlighting their bond that began during their undergraduate years at Columbia College in the mid-1930s. Spanning personal reflections and professional insights, these letters provide a unique glimpse into the lives and thoughts of two influential men. Published by the University of Notre Dame Press in 2015, this paperback edition contains 277 pages of rich dialogue that will appeal to fans of literature, spirituality, and the publishing world. Immerse yourself in this captivating exchange that shaped their lives and the literary landscape of the time.