Publications Series
Publications,
1970-1974.
Box 1
No. 95
Duncan, Robert:
Tribunals, Passages 31-35
(published 1970).
Correspondence from Duncan regarding publication details for
this title and a work identified as "H.D." Typescript and proof of a first
draft, set in error and never published. Art work not used. Typescript; 2
copies of a partial, trial setting, both annotated; mock-up of the "Facsimile
of the holograph notebook and of final typescript" inserted into all hardcover
copies; proofs, annotated. Three copies of paperback, one sewn and stamped
"proof;" three copies of hardcover, one leatherbound.
Box 1
No. 96
Creeley, Robert:
As Now It Would Be Snow (published
1970).
Typescript; designer's layout; page proofs; two sets of
handfolded press sheets, one paperback. This is the Press's 1970 Christmas
greeting.
Box 1
No. 97
Kyger, Joanne:
Places To Go (published 1970).
Correspondence regarding details of publication. Kyger mentions
several poetry readings and names the poets involved. Suggests the Press might
publish poetry of Ebbe Borregaard. Typescript; two sets of galleys; three sets
of proofs, all annotated. Layout (revised from printer's design by Barbara
Martin); one paper copy and two hardcover copies.
Box 1
No. 98
Bromige, David:
Threads (published 1971).
Correspondence from Bromige about publication matters; about
rejection of a piece by Butterick; includes quotes from letters from Denise
Levertov and Warren Tallman praising his poems. Typescript; manuscript material
edited out; cover art; two sets of galleys, both annotated; two sets of page
proofs, annotated; miscellaneous. One paperback copy and two hardcover copies,
one inscribed with ink drawing.
Box 2
No. 99
Bukowski, Charles:
Post Office (published 1971).
Letter from Bukowski (signed "Henry") concerning previous
publication of parts of the novel; letter from Bill Katz concerning review
copy; typescript, galleys, and proofs, all annotated; three copies of the book,
one inscribed with a drawing; miscellaneous.
Box 2
No. 100
Wakoski, Diane:
On Barbara's Shore (published
1971).
The one hundredth publication of the Black Sparrow Press,
published gratis. Photocopy transcript, proof, both annotated. One paper copy.
(Hard cover transferred to Rare Books stacks.)
Box 2
No. 101
Wakoski, Diane:
Greed, Parts 5-7 (published 1971).
Three letters from Wakoski, one from Yaddo writers colony in
which she bemoans that she is "the only good poet in the world." Refers to a
story by Flannery O'Connor. Typescript, galleys and proofs. One paper and two
hardcover copies, one inscribed with a poem entitled "A Shot or Two for Buffalo
Bill with flourishes to Tony Weinberger."
Box 2
No. 102
Clark, Tom:
Green (published 1971).
Twelve letters dealing with various aspects of publication, most
on Paris Review letterhead. Typescript, galleys, proofs. One paper and two
hardcover copies, one inscribed with drawing and one numbered 14.
Box 2
No. 103
Creeley, Robert:
St. Martin's (published 1971).
Letters and postcards from Robert and Bobbie regarding
publication details. Typescript, galleys and proofs, all annotated; velox
proofs of monoprints. One paperback and two hardcover copies, one inscribed
with art work and numbered 45/50.
Box 2
No. 104
Koller, James:
California Poems (published
1971).
Correspondence from Koller regarding contract and publication
details, sale of manuscripts, and requests for copies of other Black Sparrow
books. Typescript, galleys and proofs, all annotated; one paperback and three
hardcover copies, two numbered 8 and 10.
Box 3
No. 105
Jess:
Translations (published 1971).
Published for Odyssia Gallery of New York City in conjunction
with an exhibition of oil paintings by Jess held in May-June 1971.
Correspondence from Jess regarding production details and expressing
dissatisfaction with finished product; letter from Robert Duncan regarding
preface; clipping from The New York Times about the exhibition, from Tony
Weinberger; correspondence from Federico Quadrani of Odyssia regarding
exhibition, publication, and cost. Exhibition announcement; list of publisher
addresses for permissions. Typescript and galley proofs of preface by Robert
Duncan, all annotated. Two sets of photographs, one large and one small; page
layout; three sets of proofs, all annotated; mock-up, annotated; two sets of
printed copy, one uncut; cover art work. One paperback and three hardcover
copies, one a velvet-covered vanity edition.
Box 3
No. 106
Kelly, Robert:
Flesh Dream Book (published 1971).
Correspondence from Kelly regarding details of publication, one
letter explaining significance of title. Typescript, galleys and proofs, all
annotated; three copies of the book, one inscribed with a poem and sketch.
Box 4
No. 107
Eshleman, Clayton:
Altar (published 1971).
One letter from Eshleman concerning announcements for the book;
typescript, galleys and proofs, all annotated; four copies of the book, one
inscribed with a poem; and miscellaneous.
Box 4
No. 108
Antin, David:
Meditations (published 1971).
Correspondence from Antin concerning publication details;
typescript, galleys and proofs, some annotated; three copies of the book.
Correspondence includes excerpts from Antin's "Exercises."
Box 4
No. 109
Elmslie, Kenward:
Circus Nerves (published 1971).
Correspondence from Elmslie concerning publication details,
additional work in progress, and miscellaneous. Correspondence from Joe
Brainard regarding cover art and insert for special edition. Two letters from
John Martin to the Register of Copyrights. Early and final versions of
typescript; galleys, proofs, and hand-folded press sheets; color layout;
miscellaneous. Three copies of the book, one enclosing an original drawing by
Brainard.
Box 5
No. 110
Cooney, Seamus:
The Black Sparrow Press--A
Checklist (published 1971).
Correspondence from Cooney regarding corrections to the text;
typescript, galleys and proofs, most annotated; five copies of the book, one
signed by Robert Kelly, Seamus Cooney, and 26 other Black Sparrow Press
authors. Others named in the correspondence: Creeley, Duncan, and Diane
[Wakoski].
Box 5 and 6
No. 111
Grossinger, Richard:
Book of the Earth and Sky, Books I and
II (published 1971).
Correspondence from Grossinger concerning publication details;
named works include
Book of the Cranberries,
The Alphabet Book,
Solar Journal, dream issue of
Io,
The Continents. Typescript, galleys and revised
galleys, most annotated; handfolded press sheets, two sets for each Book, one
of each uncut. Color layout. Three copies of each book, one set is
slipcased.
Box 6
No. 112
Haas, Robert B.:
A Primer for the Gradual Understanding of
Gertrude Stein (published 1971).
Correspondence detailing Gertrude Stein Raffel's dissatisfaction
with the book, and Robert Haas's and John Martin's explanations. Review from
the
Los Angeles Times by Robert Kirsch. Letters from
Thornton Wilder and Seamus [Cooney?]. Correspondence with copyright holders.
Typescript, galleys, three sets of proofs with corrections; hand-folded press
sheets; copy for second printing; color layout; dust jacket. Five copies of the
book, one in paper dust jacket; one slipcases, numbered copy bearing holograph
signature of Gertrude Stein.
Box 7
No. 113
Bromige, David;
Kelly, Robert;
Wakoski, Diane:
Christmas Book: The Nest; Yesod and
Malkuth; The Magi (published 1971).
Typescript and proofs, annotated; printed copy (one with second
color out of register); color layout; two copies of booklet.
Box 7
No. 114
Sorrentino, Gilbert:
Corrosive Sublimate (published
1971).
Correspondence from Sorrentino regarding publication and
distribution, from Dan Rice about cover art, and from Karen Hitzig about
contract. Typescript, galleys and proofs (one copy of each inscribed); four
printed copies, all with rejected author photo; color layout. Four copies of
the book.
Box 7
No. 115
Bowles, Paul:
The Thicket of Spring (published
1972).
Correspondence from Bowles, Jeffrey Miller and others regarding
publication details, particularly the locating of previously published poems.
Typescript and material cut from typescript; galleys and proofs, all annotated;
color layout. Three copies of the book.
Box 22
No. 116
Morris, Wright:
War Games (published 1972).
Correspondence from Morris regarding publication details.
Typescript; galleys and proofs, all annotated; cover mock-up; color layout.
Three copies of the book.
Box 7 and 8
No. 117
Whalen, Philip:
Imaginary Speeches for a Brazen
Head (published 1972).
Correspondence from Whalen regarding publication details and his
move from Japan. Typescript, galleys and proofs, all annotated; hand-folded
press sheets; color layout. Two copies of the book.
Box 8
No. 118
Tyler, Parker:
The Will of Eros (published 1972).
Letter from Gerard Malanga about Tyler manuscript; three letters
from Bern Porter regarding copyrights for Tyler, Charles Henri, and Paul
Bowles. Correspondence from Tyler regarding publication details. Individuals
mentioned: Robert Duncan, Bern Porter, Creeley, Charles Henri Ford, Paul
Bowles, Andy B. Typescript, material cut from typescript, galleys and proofs,
all annotated. Hand-folded press sheets; one paperback and two hardcover copies
(one slipcased presentation copy). Color layout; miscellaneous.
Box 8 and 9
No. 119
Ford, Charles Henri:
Flag of Ecstasy (published 1972).
Correspondence from Ford and Ed Germain regarding publication
details, with much haggling over title. Individuals mentioned: Allen Ginsberg,
Henri Cartier-Bresson, Claes Oldenburg, Andreas Brown. Also mentions Ford's
film,
Johnny Minotaur, and an exhibition, "Thirty Images
from Italy." Manuscript, first and revised typescripts, and material cut from
typescript. Two sets of galleys and three sets of proofs, all annotated. Color
layout. Two paperback copies and one hardcover.
Box 9
No. 120
Wakoski, Diane:
Smudging (published 1972).
Typescript, galleys, and proofs, all annotated. Handfolded press
sheets, color layout (with photo not used), copy for second printing.
Typescript, layout and one copy of broadside/flyer of poem, "When Metaphor
Replaces Meteor Showers." One paperback and two hardcover copies, one inscribed
with poem, "Would That Men Share Their Trees." No correspondence.
Box 9
No. 121
Kelly, Robert:
Ralegh (published 1972).
Typescript, proof, uncut hand-folded press sheets, dummy. One
paper copy on Curtis rag; one hand-bound copy on Hosho paper, inscribed with
poem from the sequence "The Chemical Garden: botanicals, vulneraries, and
entertainments around the text of Ralegh."
Box 10
No. 122
Bukowski, Charles:
Mockingbird Wish Me Luck
(published 1972).
One letter, signed "Henry," regarding acknowledgments. First
manuscript, typescript, galleys, proofs, all annotated. One set of galleys
inscribed with cartoon drawings by Bukowski. Hand-folded press sheets; color
layout; typescript, layout and copy 26/100 of a broadside/flyer. One paperback
and two hardcover copies, one inscribed with a color illustration by
Bukowski.
Box 10 and 11
No. 123
Haas, Robert B., ed.:
William Grant Still and the Fusion of
Cultures in American Music (published 1972).
Correspondence with contributors regarding terms and procedures.
Two copies of typescript, annotated. One set of galleys, four proofs, all
annotated. Revised charts. Handfolded press sheets; color layout. Two sets of
proofs for a brochure.
Box 11
No. 124
Palmer, Michael:
Blake's Newton (published 1972).
Correspondence from Palmer regarding publication details; two
letters from Bobbie Creeley about illustrations. Two versions of typescript,
one revised. Two sets of galleys, three proofs, all annotated. Handfolded press
sheets; color layout. One paper copy and two hardcover copies, one with color
illustration by Creeley tipped in.
Box 11
No. 125
Dawson, Fielding:
The Dream/Thunder Road (published
1972).
Correspondence from Dawson regarding publication details. Other
works mentioned include
Krazy Kat,
Open Road,
The Black Mountain Book,
The Mandalay Dream,
The Sun Rises Into the Sky, and
The Greatest Story Ever Told. Typescript
(annotated), revised material, two sets of galleys (both annotated), and three
sets of proofs (all annotated). Color layout. One paperback and three hardcover
copies, one inscribed with drawing.
Box 12
No. 126
Stepanchev, Stephen:
The Mad Bomber (published 1972).
Correspondence from Stepanchev relating to publication details,
includes additional poems. Persons named include Charles Bukowski and Diane
Wakoski, plus numerous bookstore owners. Letter from Elizabeth Kray of the
Academy of American Poets about Stepanchev's ineligibility for the Lamont
Poetry Selection. Original typescript, material cut from typescript, and
revised typescript. Two sets of galley proofs, annotated; three sets of page
proofs, two annotated; hand-foled press sheets. Color layout. Broadside/flyer
no. 3: two copies unnumbered; copies no. 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, and 16. Two copies of
paperback; three hardcover, one numbered 50.
Box 12
No.127
Kelly, Robert:
The Pastorals (Sparrow 1)
(published October 1972).
Letters regarding publication details and personal matters.
Names mentioned include Saul Marks, David Smith, N. Young, and Diane Wakoski.
Typescript, three sets of proofs, two annotated. Paper copy.
Box 12
No. 128
Eshleman, Clayton:
The Sanjo Bridge (Sparrow 2)
(published 1972).
Typescript, galley proof, and proof, all annotated. Paper
copy.
Box 12
No. 129
Clark, Tom:
Smack (published 1972).
Correspondence from Clark regarding publication details.
Mentions a new work, Friends, and Bean News. Typescript, galleys, and proofs,
all annotated. Color layout. One paperback and two hardcover copies, one
inscribed.
Box 12
No. 130
Creeley, Robert:
Listen (published 1972).
Correspondence from Creeley regarding publication details. Other
works men- tioned include a Whitman selection and a Marisol text, A Day Book,
and several of Bobbie's projects. Two letters from Bobbie concerning art work
for the book. Typescript, notes for production, two copies of revised
transcript, all annotated. Galleys and proofs, two sets of each, annotated.
Color layout. One paper copy and two hardcover copies, one inscribed.
Box 13
No. 131
Blackburn, Paul:
Early Selected Y Mas (published
1972).
Correspondence from Blackburn regarding publication details.
Poem: "The Long Day" typed on the back of one letter. Three letters from Dennis
Jarrett about photographs for the book, one enclosing a poem by Blackburn:
"Pentecost, or What's Untied on Whitsuntide." Letter from Robert Kelly about
broadside/flyer. Typescript, material cut from typescript, galleys, proofs,
most annotated. Hand-folded press sheets. Color layout and photographs.
Broadside/flyer layout with poem: "El Camino Verde." One paperback and two
hardcover copies.
Box 13
No. 132
Wakoski, Diane:
The Pumpkin Pie (published 1972).
Letter from Wakoski about personal matters and complimentary
copies. Typescript, galleys and proofs, all annotated. Color layout. Two copies
of paperback, one of them marked "1st issue reprinted." Three hardcover copies.
A Christmas greeting from the Black Sparrow Press.
Box 13
No. 133
Wakoski, Diane:
Form Is An Extension of Content
(Sparrow 3) (published December 1972).
Letter from Wakoski enclosing typescript. Two copies of
typescript, two copies of proofs. One paper copy.
Box 13
No. 134
Finlay, Ian Hamilton:
Honey By the Water (published
1973).
Correspondence from Finlay regarding publication details.
Letters from Stephen Bann, Seamus Cooney, and John Martin, also about
publication details. Author's manuscript and publisher's typescript, both
annotated. Four sets of proofs, annotated. Color layout, art work, photographs.
Hand-folded press sheets. One paperback and two hardcover copies.
Box 14
No. 135
Bromige, David:
Three Stories (Sparrow 4)
(published January 1973).
Letter from Bromige answering publisher's questions. Typescript,
material cut from typescript; galleys and proofs, annotated. Paper copy.
Box 14
No. 136
Dawson, Fielding:
The Greatest Story Ever Told: A
Transformation (published 1973).
Correspondence from Dawson regarding publication details;
references to
Krazy Kat,
Black Mountain Book, and
Dream/Thunder Road. Typescript (with one substituted
page), galleys, and proofs, most annotated. Color layout, handfolded press
sheets, postcards. One paper copy and two hardcover, one inscribed.
Box 14
No. 137
Shepard, Sam:
Hawk Moon (published 1973).
Correspondence from Shepard about publication details;
references to poet Patti Smith and the play
Tooth of the Crime. Typescript, galleys, proofs, all
annotated. Color layout; hand-folded press sheets. One paper copy and two
hardcover copies.
Box 14
No. 138
Bukowski, Charles:
While the Music Played (Sparrow 5)
(published February 1973).
Typescript, galleys, and proof, all annotated. One paper
copy.
Box 14
No. 139
Creeley, Robert:
The Creative (Sparrow 6)
(published March 1973).
Correspondence from Creeley about publication details, personal
matters. Typescript, galleys, and proofs, all annotated. One paper copy.
Box 14
No. 140
Loewinsohn, Ron:
The Leaves (published 1973).
Correspondence from Loewinsohn regarding publication details and
personal matters. Typescript. Galleys and proofs, all annotated. Color layout.
One paper copy and two hardcover copies.
Box 15
No. 141
Eshleman, Clayton:
Coils (published 1973).
Correspondence from Eshleman regarding publication details.
Letter from David Streeter with copy of letter taking exception to a review.
First manuscript and John Martin's copy of manuscript, both annotated. Revised
pages. Galleys and proofs, annotated. Color layout. Hand-folded press sheets.
One paper copy and two hardcover copies.
Box 15
No. 142
Grossinger, Richard:
Two Essays (Sparrow 7) (published
April 1973).
Correspondence from Grossinger regarding publication details.
Typescript, galleys, and proofs, all annotated. One paper copy.
Box 15
No. 143
Eshleman, Clayton:
Human Wedding (published 1973).
Published to celebrate the marriage of Diane Wakoski and Michael
Watterlond. Typescript and three paper copies, one edited and marked "Proof."
Box 15 and 16
No. 144
Meltzer, David:
Hero/Lil (published 1973).
Correspondence from Meltzer regarding publication details.
Letters from Allan Brilliant at Unicorn Press regarding the release of
Hero to Black Sparrow. First version of
Lil and typescript of
Hero/Lil. Original and revised galleys; proofs.
Color layout; hand-folded press sheets. Two paper copies, one with artist's
rejected cover. Two hardcover copies, one in slipcase.
Box 16
No. 145
Wakoski, Diane:
Greed, Parts 8, 9, 11 (published
1973).
Correspondence from Wakoski about her writing and personal
matters. Writes about poets Mark Strand and Dan Gerber. Typescript, galleys,
and proofs, all annotated. Color layout; hand-folded press sheets;
broadside/flyer (three file copies and one copy numbered 93/100). Four paper
copies and two hardcover copies
Box 16
No. 146
Antin, David:
After the War (A Long Novel with Few
Words) (Sparrow 8) (published May 1973).
Two letters from Antin regarding publication details. First
manuscript (not used) and typescript, annotated. Galleys and proofs, all
annotated. One paper copy.
Box 16
No. 147
Cassavetes, John:
Minnie & Moskowitz (published
1973).
Letters from literary agent Orin Borstin regarding publication
details. Typescript with some annotations. Two sets of galleys, one annotated.
Three sets of proofs and two sets of revised proofs, all annotated. Color
layout; photography; hand-folded press sheets. One paper copy and two hardcover
copies, one inscribed.
Box 16
No. 148
Bukowski, Charles:
Love Poem to Marina (published
1973).
Typescript and proof, both annotated. Color layout. Three copies
of broadside, one numbered 14/100.
Box 16
No. 149
Jaffe, Sherril:
Young Lust & Others (Sparrow 9)
(1973)
Correspondence, typescript, galleys, proofs, and paper copy
(uncut).
Box 16
No. 150
Oates, Joyce Carol:
A Posthumous Sketch (Sparrow 10)
(published July 1973).
Correspondence from agent Blanche Gregory regarding publication
and contractual rights. Letter from Oates about miscellaneous matters.
Typescript, galleys, and proof copy, all annotated. One paper copy.
Box 16
Forthcoming Titles September 1973/January 1974;
Checklist & Order Form.
Typescript, proofs and final proofs, all annotated. Color
layout. Six paper copies of Forthcoming Titles; five copies of Checklist.
