Shadowgraphs, Shadowgraph Magazine and the Shadowgraph Press were founded in 1978 by Richard Summers. As a "small press" magazine. based in the Cambridge, Massachusetts literary scene it gained both local and national acclaim. Several ivy league colleges became subscribers and supporters, as well as a fine group of writers and artists who would become the "literati" of the 80's and 90's in post baby boom America. It survived an initial print run of six editions before running out of money to cover printing costs. It then lapsed into dormancy for almost 25 years. In 2006 it was revived, online, beginning with this series of "Broadside" postings. It's goal is to enrich, enliven and encompass our lives through art, music and literature. If there are any social or political goals implied, they are to improve our society, and its understanding of itself.

email: rls@shadowgraphs.net