The Mammals (association copy)
Cranium Press, San Francisco, 1972. 1st Edition. Soft cover. A notable association copy, inscribed to McClure s friend and sometimes editor-publisher Jack Shoemaker, a legend in the independent press world who has stuck with the Beats (in particular, Gary Snyder) from start to finish. "This copy for Jack Michael," it reads, on the title page. As the editor of Sand Dollar Books, Shoemaker published McClure s The Book of Joanna and Hail Thee Who Play. As editor of North Point Press, he published McClure s widely read memoir Scratching the Beat Surface. This book is a collection of plays that read just as well as poetry ("projective verse turned to theater"). It's in very good condition, with a clean interior but some wear and scuffing to cover, as is normal for this title. The cover also has the unobtrusive imprint of a swirling pen, which is only visible in reflective light, and some minor creasing along spine. Still very good, and a compelling association. Please inquire for photos. Very Good. Item #ABE-1593623861033
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