The Endless Sphere of Time

Renowned, Norwegian-born photographer Geir Jordahl pairs his powerful photographs with carefully chosen by poetry by Rolf Jacobsen (1907-1994) in the luscious volume THE ENDLESS SPHERE OF TIME. The poems (translated by Roger Greenwald) are presented in both their original Norwegian and in English translations, arranged in sections including “Beyond Death”, “Winds of Change” and “Eternity.” The design of the book is gorgeous. The photographs appear in circles, pulling through the design indicated by the “Sphere” of the title. The images themselves, in black and white with stunning composition, contain layers of meaning and symbols that encourage long periods of contemplation and exploration. Paired with the spare modernism of Jacobsen’s poems, the effect is luminous and resonating. The loving care and attention to detail by True North Editions (founded by the Jordahls) pays off with this gorgeous, slipcovered edition. THE ENDLESS SPHERE OF TIME is a book to savor, reflect on, and treasure time and time again.