MERRILL, James A Scattering of Salts New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1995. Price: $20.00 Softcover. First edition. Uncorrected Proof. Slightly bumped at the bottom edge else very near fine in wrappers. Poetry. Item #24964 Add to Cart Ask a Question item image James Merrill birth name: James Ingram Merrill born: 3/3/1926 died: 2/6/1995 View Reference Info Biography American poet known for the fine craftsmanship and wit of his lyric and epic poems. - Merriam-Webster's Encyclopedia of Literaturemore Collecting tips: Email us to request a printed copy of our catalog of James Merrill Rare Books and First Editions (or download it via the link as a 3.60 MB pdf file).more