SIGNED Gwendolyn Brooks Reading Her Poetry 1968 Caedmon LP Vinyl Rare Inscribed

$

450

Description

SIGNED LP: Gwendolyn Brooks Reading Her Poetry

A "Holy Grail" for the Literary & Vinyl Collector

• Label: Caedmon Records – TC 1244

• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album

• Released: 1968

• Genre: Spoken Word, Poetry, African American

• Liner Notes by: Don L. Lee (Haki R. Madhubuti)

The "Holy Grail" of Brooks Collectibles

While Gwendolyn Brooks was a prolific signer of her books, signed copies of her original 1960s vinyl recordings are virtually non-existent on the secondary market. This LP represents a rare crossover piece of literary and auditory history. It is a singular opportunity for a private connoisseur or a university archive to acquire a signature on the medium that best captures the "living" nature of Brooks’ work—her own voice.

The Inscription & Provenance

The jacket is hand-signed on the back cover in a period-correct ink pen...

"For Dr. Michael Fortune, Sincerely, Gwendolyn Brooks"

Note on Association: This copy features a personal inscription to Dr. Michael Fortune, a noted Professor of Liberal Studies at Mundelein College and Loyola University Chicago. Ms. Brooks was a frequent guest and lecturer within these specific Chicago academic circles. This item was acquired in 2011 and has been kept in a climate-controlled, private collection since.

Condition Grading

• Record Grading: Very Good Plus (VG+) Exceptionally well-preserved. Retains original luster with minimal signs of play.

• Sleeve Grading: Very Good (VG) Strong and presentable. Slight, honest shelf wear consistent with a cherished academic piece.

• Inlay Condition: Very Good (VG) Includes the original 1968 Caedmon inner sleeve.

Content

This 1968 recording includes her most iconic work, including "We Real Cool," plus quintessential selections from A Street in Bronzeville, Annie Allen, The Bean Eaters, and In the Mecca.

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