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Reading in concrete: new poetry novels

Ever read a Concrete Poetry Novel? We've just acquired three gems, published between 1969 & 1971:

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'Typoo' by Earl Conrad

'Informed Sources' by Willard S. Bain

'Double or Nothing' by Raymond Federman

All three books are now available to be viewed in the library (reference only).  Thanks to @barrietullett for help with the research.

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If you are interested in concrete and visual poetry the National Poetry Library has extensive collections in this area, including prints from the 1960s, artists' books and limited edition publications from poets including Bob Cobbing, Paula Claire and Dom Sylvester Houédard. We are also collecting new material published by contemporary presses. Use our Advanced Search or type 'Visual Poetry' in the genre field on our Catalogue here.