Pieces of Shalom by Kevin Coval
From the Home of Bill Ayers & Bernardine Dohrn
$50.01
Title:
Rare "Pieces of Shalom" by Kevin Coval – From the Home of Bill Ayers & Bernardine Dohrn
Description:
Own a rare work of contemporary poetry with a unique radical provenance! This copy of Pieces of Shalom by Kevin Coval is a powerful collection of poems exploring identity, faith, and cultural conflict. Coval is a prominent poet and founder of the Louder Than A Bomb youth poetry festival, known for his work blending social commentary with personal storytelling.
This particular copy comes from the personal collection of Bill Ayers and Bernardine Dohrn, key figures in the Weather Underground and influential leaders of the revolutionary left. An embossed stamp on the inner page confirms its provenance, reading:
"From the home of Bill Ayers and Bernardine Dohrn"
It includes the Weather Underground logo along with the powerful slogan "All Power to the People."
About the Book:
Pieces of Shalom captures Kevin Coval’s unique voice as a Jewish-American poet navigating the intersections of faith, politics, and personal history. With his blend of hip-hop-inspired rhythm and cultural critique, Coval is considered a vital voice in contemporary poetry. This booklet, being an earlier work, is a rare find and showcases his evolution as a poet and thinker.
Provenance:
The provenance from the home of Bill Ayers and Bernardine Dohrn adds an extra layer of significance, making it a one-of-a-kind collectible for those interested in radical literature, counterculture history, and contemporary poetry.
Why We're Selling:
The proceeds from this sale will support an exciting new project:
"Bomb Ass Recipes from the Kitchen of American Revolutionaries Bill Ayers & Bernardine Dohrn."
This book, curated by artist Shane Bugbee, will include family recipes, stories, quotes, and an exclusive interview with Bill Ayers, offering a blend of history, culinary insights, and rebellion.
Estimated Value:
With its unique provenance, this booklet is valued between $75 and $150. The significance of the author, combined with the radical history of Ayers and Dohrn, makes this a unique addition to any collection.
Shipping & Handling:
We will carefully package this collectible booklet to ensure it arrives safely. A tracking number will be provided upon shipment.
This is a rare opportunity to own a unique piece of contemporary poetry, while also supporting a new project that carries forward the revolutionary spirit of the past!
Certificate of Authenticity
Each item in this exclusive collection of Books, Zines, Political Pamphlets, and Unique Artifacts has been personally curated from the home of American revolutionaries Bill Ayers and Bernardine Dohrn. Spanning their long careers as activists and radical organizers, these rare pieces are more than just collectibles—they’re tangible pieces of history that bear witness to a life of resistance, community building, and defiance against the status quo.
Every item comes with a Certificate of Authenticity featuring an embossed stamp that reads: “From the Home of Bernardine Dohrn & Bill Ayers,” accompanied by the Weather Underground logo and the powerful phrase “Power to All People.” This stamp certifies the provenance of these historically significant items, ensuring their authenticity and preserving the legacy of two individuals who helped shape American political activism.
Whether it’s a well-worn political pamphlet that fueled the fires of rebellion or a personal artifact from their private collection, this certificate guarantees that you’re holding a genuine piece of radical history.