Various (Ginsberg, Allen et al.)

New Blood No. 4

Boulder, CO: New Blood Press, 1981. First Printing. Softcover. This number of the literary journal/zine features the "continuation of a conversation that took place on the evening of 9 April '81 in Boulder" between Allen Ginsberg & Steve Allen, mostly concerning Steve Allen's memories of his experiences with Jack Kerouac on his television show & personally. Also featured is a graphic comic version of a section of Ginsberg's Howl, with illustrations by Dave Morice. With Gregory Corso's poem "In Praise of Neanderthal Man" & many other contributions by various writers, illustrations, ads, etc. A fascinating Ginsberg rarity, with the primary poet of the Beat Generation & the media host in conversation, & many more literary delights. In very fine condition with only light rubbing & creasing to front, back covers & spine; minor bumps & wear to corners & edges of same; several tiny spots just below title & above original price on front cover that may be sticker-removal residue. Interior very fine except for tiny wave-creases & folds of some upper corners of page leaves, tiny faint spotting of upper edge of same. Very Fine. [Item #2276]

Price: $30.00