OVERLAND TO THE ISLANDS
Levertov, Denise
From Type Punch Matrix, Silver Spring, MD, U.S.A.
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Add to basketFrom Type Punch Matrix, Silver Spring, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
AbeBooks Seller since 8 September 2020
Quantity: 1 available
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Inscribed first trade edition of Levertov's poems, issued as Jargon 19, from the library of bookseller and publisher George Bixby. Levertov's first Jargon book "initiated a series of trade book publications in the 1960s that made her a major literary figure" (Beam & Owens). Overland was overtly influenced by the work of William Carlos Williams (who wrote in response, "I am really amazed and a little in awe of you. I didn't realize you were so good") and highly praised by fellow Black Mountain Roberts Duncan and Creeley. An uncommon association copy; Bixby's Albondocani Press later published two works by Levertov. 9.5'' x 6''. Original cream cardstock wrappers. In original dust jacket. Frontispiece by George Kresch. Inscribed by Levertov ("Denise / For George") on front free endpaper. Toning to jacket spine and edges. Light edgewear. Seller Inventory # 51476
Bibliographic Details
Title: OVERLAND TO THE ISLANDS
Publisher: Jonathan Williams, Highlands, NC
Publication Date: 1958
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Near fine in near fine jacket.
Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included
Signed: Signed by Author(s)
Edition: First edition.
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