First edition, first printing of the groundbreaking poem, for both the Beat movement, as well as freedom of speech and expression in the United States. Meets all points including "Lucien Carr" dedication and period after "Harlem" on rear cover as sentence continues. Book is about good or slightly better, showing a variety of different points of wear and toning. Book is complete aside from the front fore corner of wraps having lost 5mmx5mm triangular piece. Previous owner name neatly written in ink to front title. Small quarto in wraps, 44 pages. Satisfaction guaranteed. Additional photos always available on request. Shipped in a fitted, padded box.