Flyer for Bukowski Reading on May 31, 1975, at City Lights Poets Theatre

This flyer (in its various forms) has caused confusion among Bukowski subnormals over the years because the year isn’t listed. It is in fact from May 31, 1975.

This flyer is 100% original and measures approximately 5.25” x 5.25”.

Incredibly it is in near Mint condition, even with the thin paper and black front, which can be easily scratched. There is the slightest bit of toning on the white back, which I feel validates its authenticity.

This event listing from the May 22, 1975, edition of the The San Francisco Examiner describes the upcoming event.

Bukowski will read at the Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Association, 555 Chestnut.

The reading is a benefit for Poets' Theater, and tickets are available for a $2 donation at City Lights Bookstore. Charles Bukowski, the beer-drinking poet known for his fascination with the raunchy side of life, will hold a public reading Saturday, May 31. Bukowski's past readings have been raucous affairs, much heckling from both audience and speaker. Bukowski has produced 25 volumes of prose and poetry, which have been translated Into many languages.

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