Mathews, Miller, Dunbar, 1974. Hardcover. Unpaginated, circa 92 pages. 34,5 x 27 cm. Text in English. Used. VG · Minor signs of wear. Conceived by Mervyn Kurlansky on a brief visit to New York in 1972, Watching My Name Go By, published in 1974, is a seminal work documenting the rise of graffiti art in New York City. This first edition offers a rare glimpse into the early days of street art culture, featuring photographs that capture the raw energy and creativity of urban graffiti. A highly sought-after title among collectors, this book is considered one of the pioneering works in the genre, making it a prized piece in the world of rare books, reflecting the early appreciation of graffiti as a legitimate art form.