From Annie Dillard, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Pilgrim at Tinker Creek
 and one of the most compelling writers of our time, comesFor the Time Being, he
r most profound narrative to date. With her keen eye, penchant for paradox, and 
yearning for truth, Dillard renews our ability to discover wonder in life's smal
lest--and often darkest--corners.