Women Poems Love Poems (1975) by Susan Sherman
An Evocative Collection of Feminist and Chicana Poetry
$50.01
Title: Women Poems Love Poems (1975) by Susan Sherman – From the Home of Bill Ayers & Bernardine Dohrn
Description: This is a 1975 edition of Women Poems Love Poems by Susan Sherman, featuring illustrations by Maria Luisa Señorret. Published by La Mujer Latina, it explores themes of womanhood, love, and identity through evocative, feminist poetry.
Provenance: The embossed stamp reads: “From the home of Bill Ayers and Bernardine Dohrn,” with the Weather Underground emblem and the phrase “All Power to the People.” This provenance adds unique historical and cultural significance, reflecting its association with prominent activists and revolutionaries.
About the Book: Susan Sherman, a notable poet, editor, and translator, was active in feminist and Chicana movements. Women Poems Love Poems represents a collaboration of poetry and visual art, elevating voices within the feminist and Chicana literature scene of the 1970s. It blends lyrical explorations of love and gender with incisive commentary on social issues, making it a significant piece of feminist literature.
Condition: The book is in good vintage condition, with slight creases and wear along the spine. There is a light scratch on the cover, but the text and illustrations remain clear and vivid.
Provenance & Significance: This copy’s provenance ties it to two prominent figures of the Weather Underground, Bill Ayers and Bernardine Dohrn. It would be an essential acquisition for collectors of feminist poetry or radical history, given its literary and historical value.
Why We're Selling: Proceeds from this sale will support the upcoming publication of Bomb Ass Recipes from the Kitchen of Bill Ayers & Bernardine Dohrn, a project by artist Shane Bugbee, featuring personal stories, recipes, and reflections.
Estimated Value: The book’s unique association and historical context suggest a value range of $100-$200.
Shipping & Handling: The book will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking and insurance to ensure its safe delivery.
A must-have for collectors of feminist literature and Chicana poetry from the 1970s.
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.