People: Beach, Sylvia / Form: Correspondence -- 20th century / Language: English - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Extent:: 9 boxes and 4.3 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of selected papers of Desmond Harmsworth (1903-1990) and other members of the Harmsworth Family, including manuscripts, correspondence, and legal and business documents between Desmond Harmsworth Limited and The Nonesuch Press.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Extent:: 5 boxes and 4.09 linear feet
Abstract:: This collection consists of selected papers of Frederic Dennis regarding Sylvia Beach, including correspondence of Sylvia Beach and members of her family, as well as letters from Noël Riley Fitch from 1977-1988, photographs of Sylvia Beach, Shakespeare and Co., her friends and family, and assorted clippings and other miscellany.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Extent:: 180 boxes, 1 item, and 78.3 linear feet
Abstract:: This collection documents the life and activities of Sylvia Beach (1887-1962), the American author, publisher, and owner of the Paris bookshop Shakespeare & Company, the Paris bookshop that was a meeting-point for French, English, Irish and American writers during the 1920's and 1930's. The collection consists largely of files relating to Shakespeare & Company; Beach's writings and translations, in particular her memoir Shakespeare & Company ; and files relating to the circle of artists and writers surrounding her throughout her life. Included are family, personal, and business correspondence; business records of Shakespeare & Company; personal and family records; manuscripts and artwork by members of her circle; photographs; and memorabilia.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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