Book excerpt: "This latest effort from Williams provides a collection of rhythmical poems in conversaLionallanguage about the nature of human beings and the world in which we live. In poelns covering topics such as science, religion, and marriage, Williams displays in plentiful measures the qualities that have made him a cherished and long-admired poet: mordarit and trenchant wit, expert, light-lingered technique, quick understanding of character, and skillful use of irony."--BOOK JACKET.