{"product_id":"1988-signed-author-mari-evans-letter-i-am-a-black-woman-w-original-envelope","title":"1988 Signed Author Mari Evans Letter \"I Am A Black Woman\" W\/ Original Envelope","description":"Original Signed Correspondence \u0026amp; Envelope – Mari Evans\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffered for sale is an authentic, typed letter signed (TLS) by the celebrated African American poet, author, and educator, Mari Evans (1919–2017).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvans was a pivotal figure in the Black Arts Movement of the 1960s and 1970s. Her work is widely acclaimed for its powerful focus on the African American experience, dignity, and the complexities of identity. She is perhaps best known for her iconic poem \"I Am a Black Woman,\" which remains a foundational piece of American literature and a testament to her influential voice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis piece is historically significant as it is a formal permission \"contract\" regarding that very poem.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem Details:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDate: January 8, 1988\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSender: Mari Evans (hand-signed signature)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: Christopher R. Reaske\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContent: The letter grants formal permission for the inclusion of \"I Am a Black Woman\" into the anthology Mirrors: An Introduction to Literature, 3d Edition. It includes specific instructions on credit line usage and biographical restrictions, making it a fascinating piece of literary history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncludes: The original matching yellow mailing envelope, complete with the postmark (January 8, 1988, Indianapolis) and a Sojourner Truth \"Black Heritage\" commemorative stamp.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Excellent vintage condition. The document shows standard light fold marks consistent with having been mailed. The signature is bold and clear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a unique find for collectors of Black Arts Movement literature, poetry, or primary-source historical documents.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58733573013664,"sku":null,"price":249.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/0a1faa90-a49f-4962-88a9-095292a16b80.jpg?v=1787008389","url":"https:\/\/vintagepapervault.com\/products\/1988-signed-author-mari-evans-letter-i-am-a-black-woman-w-original-envelope","provider":"Vintage Paper Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}