Berkeley, California: University of California Press, 1982. 671 pages. Off-white covers with sepia photo of Creeley and red lettering. Slight toning to the covers and wear along the edges with a bit of creasing in the corners. Spine is cracked in several places from being laid open many times. Blind stamp from previous owner on the half-title page. Binding is tight and textblock is square and straight. Signed and inscribed by author on the title page in black ink, reading 'For Joe - with my best, Robert Creeley'. Pages are slightly toned but clean and free of marks. A great book and a wonderful addition to any collection. . Signed by Author. First Paperback Edition. Softcover. Very Good -. Octavo.

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Bookseller: The Chatham Bookseller, LLC (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 030156
Title: The Collected Poems of Robert Creeley
Author: Creeley, Robert
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Book Condition: Used - Very Good -
Edition: First Paperback Edition
Publisher: University of California Press
Place of Publication: Berkeley, California
Date Published: 1982
Keywords: Poems, Poetry, Counterculture, Signed
Size: Octavo

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The Chatham Bookseller began in 1968, and, in 1970, opened a store at its present location in Madison, NJ. The store contains over 10,000 books in over 80 different subjects, and favors good used books and good literature (both hardcover and paperback) over popular books and bestsellers. Our Internet business began in 2001. Upon visiting the store, we can show and sell individual online titles upon request. Store hours are 10:00-5:30 (Tues.-Sat.) and 11:00-4:00 (Sun.). The business is run by Richard Chalfin.

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