African American Poetry Literature Chicago Illinois 1940s William Walker
Walker's Everyday Life Poetry And Book No. 9 Author: Walker, William Title: Walker's Everyday Life Poetry And Book No. 9 Publication: Chicago, IL: N.P., 1943 Description: 8¼” x 5½”. Stapled wrappers. Pp. 16. Good: wrappers moderately soiled with a three-inch neat excision from front, affecting first word of cover title; penciled notation to top of one page; lightly toned and spotted with a few small stains. This is a rare book of poetry by an African American author, William Walker. Researching the author proved nearly impossible, as two notable African Americans shared his name: a Chicago artist known for his street murals and the actor who played Reverend Sykes in the film classic To Kill a Mockingbird. This book contains a frontis photographic portrait of a dapperly dressed “poet & author” holding a cigarillo and a mild look of disdain. Twelve poems, rather long and complex, touch on subjects of love, marriage, religion and Walker's ideas of decent living. He reminisced on past romance in “When You and I Were Young,” reasoned that “It's Not Your Enemy, It's Your Friend” one should keep an eye on, and opined that “You'll Find No Big Shots There” in heaven. He also bemoaned the high cost of groceries and food rationing: “Lord prepare me a seat, somewhere in glory, when they ration out the air.” One poem revealed a heartbroken man begging his lover to return and another decried “A man that will slap a woman, curse her and knock her down / He's less than a man, he's nothing but a country clown.” In “Lord Let Me Live” Walker begged to “live a life so perfect, the World will miss me when I die” and questioned what his readers' “record” would be when they “face the throne of God.” He proffered, “Friend, may I give you this advice, you may weep or either moan / But when you are finding fault of others, don't forget those of your own.” OCLC revealed three books of poetry by the author; this No. 9, with only one holding, as well as a No. 2 and a No. 8, similarly scarce. Good. Seller ID: 8043 Subject: African Americana, Chicago, Illinois, Poetry This item is offered by Langdon Manor Books, LLC, antiquarian booksellers. Please do not hesitate to contact us for additional information and/or photos and we will respond promptly. We package our items carefully, ship daily, and have a no hassle returns policy--your satisfaction is guaranteed. We are members of the Antiquarian Booksellers' Association of America (ABAA), the International League of Antiquarian Booksllers (ILAB) and the Independent Online Booksellers Association (IOBA) and adhere to their rules of ethics. ALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED IN PERPETUITY TO BE AUTHENTIC AND ORIGINAL Terms and shipping: Payment is required within 3 days of purchase. Payment via paypal unless other arrangements have been made prior to purchase or bidding. Shipping in the continental United States, with delivery confirmation is $4.00 International shipping via USPS priority is based on weight and location. International purchases under 4 pounds and under $100 may be shipped via USPS First Class. Texas residents will be charged 6.25% sales tax. Please note that any bookends you see in a photograph are NOT included as part of this purchase. Your satisfaction is guaranteed. We allow returns for any reason, our feedback is perfect, and we will absolutely make things right if you are disappointed with your purchase. This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
Specifications
| Return Shipping Will Be Paid By | Buyer |
| All Returns Accepted | Returns Accepted |
| Item Must Be Returned Within | 30 Days |
| Refund Will Be Given As | Money Back |
| Author | Walker, William |
| Year | 1943 |
| Publisher | N.P |
| Language | English |
| Culture | Black Americana |
Walker’s Everyday Life Poetry And Book No. 9 Author: Walker, William Title: Walker’s Everyday Life Poetry And Book No. 9 Publication: Chicago, IL: N.P., 1943 Description: 8¼” x 5½”. Stapled wrappers. Pp. 16. Good: wrappers moderately soiled with a three-inch neat excision from front, affecting first word of cover title; penciled notation to top of one page; lightly toned and spotted with a few small stains. This is a rare book of poetry by an African American author, William Walker. Researching the author proved nearly impossible, as two notable African Americans shared his name: a Chicago artist known for his street murals and the actor who played Reverend Sykes in the film classic To Kill a Mockingbird. This book contains a frontis photographic portrait of a dapperly dressed “poet & author” holding a cigarillo and a mild look of disdain. Twelve poems, rather long and complex, touch on subjects of love, marriage, religion and Walker’s ideas of decent living. He reminisced on past romance in “When You and I Were Young,” reasoned that “It’s Not Your Enemy, It’s Your Friend” one should keep an eye on, and opined that “You’ll Find No Big Shots There” in heaven. He also bemoaned the high cost of groceries and food rationing: “Lord prepare me a seat, somewhere in glory, when they ration out the air.” One poem revealed a heartbroken man begging his lover to return and another decried “A man that will slap a woman, curse her and knock her down / He’s less than a man, he’s nothing but a country clown.” In “Lord Let Me Live” Walker begged to “live a life so perfect, the World will miss me when I die” and questioned what his readers’ “record” would be when they “face the throne of God.” He proffered, “Friend, may I give you this advice, you may weep or either moan / But when you are finding fault of others, don’t forget those of your own.” OCLC revealed three books of poetry by the author; this No. 9, with only one holding, as well as a No. 2 and a No. 8, similarly scarce. Good. Seller ID: 8043 Subject: African Americana, Chicago, Illinois, Poetry This item is offered by Langdon Manor Books, LLC, antiquarian booksellers. Please do not hesitate to contact us for additional information and/or photos and we will respond promptly. We package our items carefully, ship daily, and have a no hassle returns policy–your satisfaction is guaranteed. We are members of the Antiquarian Booksellers’ Association of America (ABAA), the International League of Antiquarian Booksllers (ILAB) and the Independent Online Booksellers Association (IOBA) and adhere to their rules of ethics. ALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED IN PERPETUITY TO BE AUTHENTIC AND ORIGINAL Terms and shipping: Payment is required within 3 days of purchase. Payment via paypal unless other arrangements have been made prior to purchase or bidding. Shipping in the continental United States, with delivery confirmation is $4.00 International shipping via USPS priority is based on weight and location. International purchases under 4 pounds and under $100 may be shipped via USPS First Class. Texas residents will be charged 6.25% sales tax. Please note that any bookends you see in a photograph are NOT included as part of this purchase. Your satisfaction is guaranteed. We allow returns for any reason, our feedback is perfect, and we will absolutely make things right if you are disappointed with your purchase. This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
