Gunn, Thom

Talbot Road

ISBN: 0914496069
New York, NY: Helikon Press, 1981. Schuessler, Bill. Limited First Edition. Hand-sewn wrappers. Signed by Thom Gunn. A fine, rare chapbook by Thom Gunn (1929-2004), the Anglo-American poet, a true bohemian originally associated with "The Movement" style along with Philip Larkin, et.al. in England, later a pioneer in the exploration of gay themes while residing in San Francisco, & an admirer of Allen Ginsberg. The title poem refers to where Gunn lived in London during 1964-5. One of 150 numbered copies signed by the poet, this is #34/150. Hand-sewn with Chiri end-papers, with an illustration of the poet by Bill Schuessler on the front cover. A scarce & important collectible, in very fine condition, virtually mint, with only a tiny bump at lower left corner. Very Fine. [Item #1706]

Price: $75.00