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Vodrey Collection of Arthur Machen Papers, 1915-1972 (inclusive)

Extent:

4 boxes, 120 items, and 2.74 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of manuscripts and correspondence of Welsh writer Arthur Machen collected by Joseph Kelly Vodrey. It also contains an equal amount of manuscripts and correspondence of Machen admirers and collectors, particularly the members of the Machen Society, founded in 1948 after Machen's death.

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

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The World of the Great Forest: Novel by Paul Du Chaillu, 1900 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 box and 0.4 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of the autograph manuscript of The World of the Great Forest by the French-American traveler and anthropologist Paul Du Chaillu.

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

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William Draper Lewis Papers, 1890-1946 (inclusive) 1890-1910 (bulk)

Extent:

3.5 cubic feet

Abstract:

William Draper Lewis graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a LL.B. and Ph.D. In 1896 Lewis appointed Professor of law and Dean of the Law School. This collection is particularly rich for documenting Lewis' early career. His association with the University of Pennsylvania is well represented.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

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Princeton University Library Collection of John Davidson Materials, 1879-1945 (inclusive) 1890-1909 (bulk)

Extent:

4 boxes and 1.4 linear feet

Abstract:

John Davidson was a late nineteenth- and early twentieth-century Scottish poet hailed for his provincial, melancholy body of work. This collection contains letters, manuscripts, reports, galley proofs with Davidson's holograph corrections, documents, and clippings pertaining to his literary career.

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

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John Dixon Hunt material on Gordon Bottomley, 1894-1986 (bulk)

Extent:

.2 linear feet (1 box)

Abstract:

The John Dixon Hunt material on Gordon Bottomley measures .2 linear feet, dates from 1894 to 1986, and is composed of articles about Bottomley, correspondence from Bottomley and to Hunt, and writings by Bottomley and Hunt. Gordon Bottomley (1874-1948) was an English poet and John Dixon Hunt (b. 1936) is a professor of landscape architecture and design from the University of Pennsylvania.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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Mrs. Humphry Ward Marcella Manuscripts, circa 1894 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 box and 0.4 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of holograph drafts of several chapters, and other manuscript material, for Marcella, a novel by British novelist Mary Augusta Ward (1851-1920) who wrote under her married name as Mrs. Humphry Ward.

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

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"Nude Croquet," Short Story by Leslie A. Fiedler with related material, 1957 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 box and 0.2 linear feet

Abstract:

Contains the autograph manuscript and typed manuscript of Leslie A. Fiedler's short story "Nude Croquet." Also included is a screenplay and an outline of action for a film version of the story.

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

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Louis Adamic Papers, 1848-1951 (inclusive) 1921-1951 (bulk)

Extent:

113 boxes, 6 items, and 58.5 linear feet

Abstract:

Louis Adamic was an author deeply concerned with American immigrants and their experiences in the "melting pot." This collection consists of papers of Adamic, including manuscripts of his books, short stories, articles, and lectures, as well as sketches, paste-ups, and proofs of Adamic's own journal T & T. Also included are correspondence, subject files, and works of other writers.

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

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Ian Hamilton Working Papers for J. D. Salinger: A Writing Life, 1934-1988 (inclusive) 1984-1987 (bulk)

Extent:

3 boxes and 1.35 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of papers of British poet and literary critic Ian Hamilton that were used in preparation of his biography J. D. Salinger: A Writing Life, which was never published as a result of judicial decisions in the case of J. D. Salinger vs. Random House and Ian Hamilton (1987).

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

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Frank Norris Novels, 1948-1956 (inclusive)

Extent:

2 boxes and 0.8 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of manuscripts for two works of fiction by American novelist Frank Norris (Princeton Class of 1929).

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