Crucifix in a Deathhand (Signed first edition)
by Bukowski, Charles; Noel Rockmore (illustrator)
- Used
- near fine
- Signed
- first
- Condition
- Near Fine/Very Good
- Seller
-
Pasadena, California, United States
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About This Item
New York: Loujon Press, 1965. First edition. Near Fine/Very Good. Limited edition of 3,1000 copies signed and dated by the author on verso of blue leaf proceeding the colophon. A Near Fine copy in the publisher's printed wrappers with Very Good paper wraparound band. Wrappers feature illustration of Rockmore's "Night Music," interior panels with text and photographs of Bukowski and Rockmore. A hort tear to the wrapper near the crown and slight toning to the spine. The interior of the book appears virtually unread with all four Rockmore illustrations and tissue guards bound in. Wraparound band with some tears (and amateur tape repairs).
Bukowski's 6th book, including all new poems selected from 326 pieces submitted to the publishers between 1963-1965.
Krumhansl 15. Near Fine in Very Good dust jacket.
Bukowski's 6th book, including all new poems selected from 326 pieces submitted to the publishers between 1963-1965.
Krumhansl 15. Near Fine in Very Good dust jacket.
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Details
- Bookseller
- Whitmore Rare Books (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 6017
- Title
- Crucifix in a Deathhand (Signed first edition)
- Author
- Bukowski, Charles; Noel Rockmore (illustrator)
- Book Condition
- Used - Near Fine
- Jacket Condition
- Very Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First edition
- Publisher
- Loujon Press
- Place of Publication
- New York
- Date Published
- 1965
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- Fine
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