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Eileen B. Simpson Papers, 1979-1991 (bulk) 1941-1991 (inclusive)

Extent:

3 boxes and 1.2 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of papers primarily related to Eileen Simpson's book, Poets in their Youth: A Memoir, about her married years with poet John Berryman.

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

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Meriwether Collection of George Garrett, 1957-1990 (inclusive)

Extent:

11 boxes

Abstract:

Consists primarily of selected holograph drafts and galleys of works published by American poet/novelist George Garrett (Princeton Class of 1952), collected by James B. Meriwether.

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

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Thomas Baird Papers, 1924-1990 (inclusive) 1941-1990 (bulk)

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35 boxes and 14.75 linear feet

Abstract:

The Thomas Baird Papers consists of the working and personal papers, primarily manuscripts, of the American educator and author Thomas Baird (1923-1990). Also included, and related to both his published and unpublished works, are idea files, notes, writing journals, correspondence with his publishers and editors, and reviews. Furthermore, the collection contains the following materials that encompass Baird's adult life: talks, addresses, and lectures; general, family and travel correspondence; diaries; personal journals; interviews; documents; photographs and audio recordings.

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

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W. M. Spackman Novels, 1950-1980 (inclusive)

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5 boxes

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Consists of various typescript drafts, revisions, and galley proofs for three published novels by American novelist W. M. Spackman.

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

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Conrad Richter Papers, 1801-1977 (inclusive)

Extent:

102 boxes and 43 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of material relating to the American author Conrad Richter, including manuscripts, writing notebooks, notes, and galley proofs for several of his novels and other writings. Includes a substantial amount of personal and professional correspondence, as well as photographs.

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

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Paul Hyde Bonner Papers, 1931-1975 (inclusive)

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31 boxes and 13.35 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of diaries, notebooks, manuscripts, correspondence, and scrapbooks of American diplomat and novelist Paul Hyde Bonner.

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

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Ernest Hemingway Collection, 1918-1974 (inclusive)

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2 boxes and 0.8 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of selected material by and about the American author and Nobel Prize winner Ernest Hemingway.

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

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Saxe Commins Papers, 1930-1973 (inclusive) 1945-1960 (bulk)

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17 boxes and 6.05 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of the papers of Saxe Commins, concentrating primarily while he was chief editor at Random House (1933-1958). Commins worked with many major writers of the literary world, such as Eugene O'Neill and William Faulkner, as well as Irwin Shaw and Budd Schulberg. Commins also compiled several collections of others' works, such as "The Public Papers and Addresses of Franklin D. Roosevelt" and "Major Speeches of Adlai E. Stevenson."

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

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Thomas Mann Collection, 1881-1971 (inclusive)

Extent:

13 boxes and 6.1 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of letters, manuscripts, photographs, and other materials from Nobel Prize winning author Thomas Mann, given by Caroline Newton, and also of those collected by Princeton University Library with funds provided by Caroline Newton.

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

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Richard Powell Novels, 1956-1970 (inclusive)

Extent:

12 boxes

Abstract:

Consists of manuscript notes, typescripts with autograph corrections, and galley proofs to eight novels by Richard Powell (Princeton Class of 1930).

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