Frontispiece drawing by Joe Fuoco. Everhard's free-verse poetry captures a significant moment in the evolution of American literature, its turn toward political issues and revolutionary thought, its affiliation with liberatory movements, and its recognition of previously underrepresented demographics. Everhard expresses his love for Carol Burnett and his frustration with Anita Bryant, his longing for connection and his annoyance at the stunted state of left-wing organizations, his positivity around sex and his experiences of love. It was a moment cut short both for Everhard and the experiences describes; Everhard died of AIDS in 1986. Gay Sunshine Press was a significant publisher of gay men's material, disseminating both paperbacks and periodicals; deluxe editions like this one are scarce, having been usually sent to libraries or given to contributors. Bound in pale blue paper over boards backed in green, black, and gray striped cloth. Trace toning at margins, else near fine.