Willian S Burroughs- Hand Typed and Signed Letter- Tangier Morocco- 1964

An original hand typed and signed letter by William S Burroughs

The letter addressed/written from the Moroccan Consulate Tangier dates from 28th September 1964. 

Burroughs at the time was writing/finishing Nova Expresss and experimenting deeply in his ‘Cut-up’ technique as well as grappling heavily with heroin 

He writes directly in the letter about discovering this new technique in writing and picturesque illustrated manuscripts

The letter is typed on rare Japanese Yedo paper- hidden watermarked

The letter writes-

Dear Jake,

I wrote you two letters which you apparently have 

not received. In the first letter I returned the $100 feeling

at that time I could not fullfill the assignment. However

I reconsidered in view of some interesting literary experiments

with copying and rewriting

In any case I could I could not of done 

the job by now since I have been more than usually occupied 

If your client will give me the option as to format. I would like 

to use a three column arrangement xxxxxxx I am prepared to

go ahead with the job but could not give a definite time limit

since I may be too occupied to finish on schedule. Please let

me hear from you.

Very best,

William Burroughs 

P.s I have been experimenting with picturesque illustrated 

manuscripts especially for the rae book trade. Sent one out

To a little magasine the other day asking them to get in touch

With you as regards the M.S

Letter is in good condition with staining and discolourations 

Dimensions-30cm  x 21cm approx 

In September 1964, William S. Burroughs was deeply engrossed in the final stages of completing his novel "Nova Express." This book was a crucial part of his Nova Trilogy, known for its innovative and fragmented writing style.

During this period, Burroughs grappled with persistent drug addiction, particularly to heroin, which had a profound impact on his life and work. His personal struggles often intertwined with the themes he explored in his writing, delving into concepts of control, societal manipulation, and the complexities of human existence.

While the specific day-to-day activities of Burroughs during September 1964 might not be extensively documented, it's widely recognized that he dedicated much of his time to refining his unique literary techniques and exploring these thematic elements in his writing

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