McClure, Michael

Broadside: "Gloaming"

Berkeley, CA, USA: Black Oak Books, 1986. First Edition. Single Sheet. “This is my skin. / These are the wrinkles of my hands. / I / wither / like the drift of sands / in dunes / rising slowly / from the valley / to the peaks.” A broadside (Appx 6” x 17”) with the title poem by Michael McClure, a primary poet & playwright of the San Francisco Renaissance, the Beat Generation & beyond. Published to celebrate a reading by the poet during March 1986, of unknown limitation. The poem first appeared in the compilation Jaguar Skies in 1975. Printer Wesley B. Tanner (b. 1947?) founded Arif Press in 1970 in Berkeley, CA, specializing in fine limited editions of broadsides. A desirable McClure collectible. In fine condition with only very minor bumping to the fine edges and corners; several minor creases to the bottom quarter section; very minor spotting/scuffing upon close inspection. This item is too delicate to be rolled & must be shipped flat to assure no damage, therefore an extra handling fee of $3.00 will be required. Fine. [Item #7039]

Price: $60.00