John Giorno letters to William Levy

Summary

Creator: Giorno, John
Date(s): 1965-1966
Call Number: MSS 0099, F0474
Language: Materials entirely in English.
Abstract: American poet John Giorno (born 1936) wrote nine letters to poet and editor William Levy (born 1939), many in poetic form, that discussed his poetic work, travels, and drug experiences. Also included is an advertisement for one of Giorno's 1965 poetry readings in Toronto in conjunction with the release of Les Levine's film adaptation of Giorno's The American Book of the Dead(1964).
Physical Description: 10 items
Source: Purchase, 1995.
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