Clark (John Pepper) Song of a Goat
£600
Ibadan, Mbari Publications, 1961.
First edition. 8vo. Original pictorial wrappers.
The Nigerian author’s first published dramatic work, scarce in such condition. Clark (1935 – 2020) played an important role in the evolution and dissemination of African literature, not least as the co-editor of the Pan-African magazine Black Orpheus.
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Some minor toning, overall very good.
Covers by Susanne Wenger.
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