Highly influential American poet (1926–1997) whose energetic, free-associative, often homoerotically charged verse made him one of the leading—and most controversial—figures of the Beat generation. His long poem Howl, published in 1956, remains a cornerstone of the twentieth-century canon. Original American Express card issued to Irwin Allen Ginsberg (“Member since 68”), valid from November 1996 to March 1999, signed in ballpoint on the reverse with the scarce full form of his name, “Irwin Allen Ginsberg.” Ginsberg died on April 5, 1997, just months after the card was issued. A most unusual association with this legendary antiestablishment figure! In fine condition, with the slightest suggestion of handling wear, the signature remaining clear and completely unaffected. R&R COA.
