JONAS, Stephen

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London: The Ferry Press, 1968. First edition; one of 700 copies in wraps, from a total edition of 750. 80pp. Sewn in photo-illustrated wraps. Moderate toning and wear, particularly along hinges; good to very good. An important collection by vital but overlooked queer Black American poet Stephen Jonas (1921-1970), a self-taught maverick who was a friend to and key influence on the Boston circle of poets that included Jack Spicer, John Wieners, and Robin Blaser. Preface by Gerrit Lansing. Cover photograph by Paul Petricone. Show more