Various (Malone, Marvin (Editor); Bukowski, Charles; Locklin, Gerald; Smith, Jobe et al.)

Wormwood Review Vol. 30 No. 1 (No. 117, 1990)

Stockton, CA, USA: The Wormwood Review, 1990. Limited First Printing. Stapled Wrappers. Presented here is the 117th installment of The Wormwood Review, the legendary literary journal edited by Marvine Malone (1930-1996). This issue features some really tasty contributors — the highlight being Charles Bukowski (1920-1994) with his poems “She Said:”, “I Might Get Traded”, and “I Am Chastised”. Other highlights include the Special Section highlighting Joan Jobe Smith, best known for her book Charles Bukowski Epic Glottis: His Art & His Women(2012), and essay, “Why Robert Wagner Married Natalie Wood.” Chapbook-format journal in stapled wrappers, one of an edition of 700 hand-numbered copies of which this is No. 400/700 as stated at colophon: “The edition of this issue has been limited to 700 numbered copies, the first 70 being signed by Joan Jobe Smith. The copy now in your hand is number: 400” (pg. 48). Another rich & scarce issue in this most-collectible series, of particular importance to the Bukowski devotee with its exemplars of Buk's very late works. (Debritto, B1484, pg. 363) In very fine condition with minor toning to edges and fraying to fine edges. Very Fine. [Item #7150]

Price: $50.00