Plymell, Charles; Sonnenfeld, Mark

Liebesgesange: Psalme in den Zeiten der Apostasie with: Radio Connecticut Chapbook + Ephemera

ISBN: 3929375249
Ostheim/Rohn, Germany; East Windsor, NJ: Verlag Peter Engstler; Marymark Press, 2000; 2008. First Editions. Stapled Wrappers; Folded Sheets, Envelope. A rare anthology of poems by Charles Plymell, the brilliant & prophetic writer, editor, publisher & legendary literary outlaw who collaborated & commisserated with myriad Beat-&-Beyond figures including William S. Burroughs, Allen Ginsberg & Neal Cassady. All text translated from the original English into German, & published in Germany. Among the many acclaimed works translated here is "Was Poe Afraid?" (1989, translated as "Hatte Poe Angst?"). Large-format chapbook in stapled wrappers. Along with this, we have bundled another very interesting Plymell-related rarity: The poetry chapbook, "Radio Connecticut," by Mark Sonnenfeld, sent to Plymell by Sonnenfeld with folded oversheet containing a sticker on which is printed: "For Charles,/ A copy of Radio Connecticut./ Hope you enjoy./ Mark/ Thanks for the book!" This reciprocal gift from one poet to another also includes a folded sheet printed on both sides, apparently relating to & with the name & address of Betty Radin in the UK on recto. With mailing envelope. A desirable bundle for Plymell & Sonnenfeld collectors. Plymell chapbook in very fine condition with only very mild rubbing & a few short, faint creases to front, back covers & stapled spine; lightest wear & a few tiny bumps at edges & corners of same; very light rubbing & occasional tiny spots at edges of text block. Interior very fine with only tiny bumps at corners of some page leaves. Sonnenfeld chapbook & folded sheets all in very fine condition with only tiny bumps & a few short, faint creases at edges & corners. Envelope in relatively very fine condition, opened neatly at right side & with mild wear, creasing at all edges & corners. Very Fine; Very Fine. [Item #3306]

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