Printed Emails between Bang and Mark Bibbins
Printed Emails between Bang and Mark Bibbins,1999 - 2006
These printed emails from poet Mark Bibbins to Mary Jo Bang reveal a long-standing friendship. Bibbins, known for his work exploring identity, queerness, and politics, addresses Bang with affectionate nicknames—“Marzipan,” “Lolly”—and signs off as “Mollasses” and “Bumble.” Their witty exchanges include shared reflections on difficult days as well as plans to see a film or visit a museum.