Kathy Acker & Paul Buck: Spread Wide

This volume delves into the creative dialogue between Paul Buck and the late Kathy Acker, highlighting their correspondence from the early 1980s. It explores themes of appropriation and plagiarism, reflecting on their relevance in contemporary discourse. Buck's work transcends traditional boundaries, merging visual arts and literature while reinterpreting Acker's letters and published pieces. The narrative also revisits their initial meetings in Amsterdam and Paris, enriched by contributions from writer Rebecca Stephens and artist John Cussans, creating a transgressive exploration of creativity.