London: The Ferry Press, 1968. First edition; one of 700 copies in wraps, from a total edition of 750. 80pp. Sewn in photo-illustrated wraps. Moderate toning and wear, particularly along hinges; good to very good.
An important collection by vital but overlooked queer Black American poet Stephen Jonas (1921-1970), a self-taught maverick who was a friend to and key influence on the Boston circle of poets that included Jack Spicer, John Wieners, and Robin Blaser. Preface by Gerrit Lansing. Cover photograph by Paul Petricone.
