Signed first printing of this early collection by this countercultural poet, published at the dawn of the 1960s in an attractive edition.
Very good +.
Price: $200.00
This copy's history shows an interesting triangle of association between Whalen, Young, and Berrigan (who gave the book to Young).
First Edition. New York: Totem Press / Corinth Books, (1960). Wraps. 8vo. Original wraps. Very good plus or better. SIGNED by Whalen, underneath his printed name on title page. PROVENANCE: Formerly owned by Izzy Young, with his name written on rear free endpaper ("Israel G. Young, May 18 1966, from Ted Berrigan"). Young was a central figure throughout the 1960s NYC music and literary scenes; he founded the Folklore Center, and produced Dylan's first concert in 1961. Book shows mild dampstains and toning to wraps. Interior bright and clean throughout. Good and sound. 47pp.
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