Crucifix in a Deathhand; New Poems, 1963-1965 (signed by Bukowski, w/orange original Printed wrap around band)

New York (1965): Lyle Stuart. Limited First Edition. Quarto. Limited to 3100 copies, designed, edited and printed in New Orleans by Loujon Press. This is Bukowski's first book with all new poems. The beautiful one volume edition. Cover: Night music, 4 etching by Noel Rockmore with tissue guards. Drawing on the preceding page is a self-portrait by the author. Jacket inside cover comment on C.B. is from an article by John William Corrington in the Northwest review. Bukowski photo: John Stevens. Rockmore photo: Jack Beech". As in all copies, Bukowski signed in 1965 on verso of blue page toward end of book in orange (with color inks in various copies), facing the dedication to Gypsy. A remarkable book of design by the Webbs of their Loujon Press with distribution by Lyle Stuart Publishers. A fine copy with the original fine black and orange printed wrap around. [Krumhansl, #15 and Debritto-A14]. (Inventory #: 023587)