Jewell, Terri L. et al. — Off Our Backs. June 1983

Washington, DC, Off Our Backs, Publisher, 1983. Tabloid. Side folding tabloid newspaper format. 32 pp. Black and white illustrations throughout. A single issue of this newspaper devoted to issues affecting women in the United States and worldwide. Founded in 1970, the journal published until 2008, providing a voice to feminist philosophies and viewpoints. This issue with news on abortion, both in the US and abroad; a piece on women subsidizing the global economy, etc. Of note is an essay by noted poet and Black lesbian activist, Terri L. Jewell, in which she reflects on being a poet. GOOD condition. Fold crease, as issued. General moderate toning to the paper. Minor creasing and soiling. Tearing and tattering to the extremities. Rear cover with a four inch tear along the lower hinge. Mailing label present, that of writer Elly Bulkin. Good .