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Lyle Bongé - James Leo Herlihy correspondence, 1968-1993 (inclusive)

Extent:
.6 linear foot (2 boxes)
Abstract:
The correspondence of American novelist and playwright James Leo Herlihy and photographer, artist, and sailor Lyle Bongé spans the dates 1968-1993. The majority of the letters in the collection were written by Bongé (indicated "LB to JH" in the finding aid), but a significant number of Herlihy's letters are present, providing a consistent sense of the dialogue between the two lifelong friends.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

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The snugrats : playscript, 1957 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 item (129 pages)
Abstract:
First edition of the play, The Snugrats, an unrecorded version of BLUE DENIM, Herlihy's first book. One that precedes and is immensely different, textually, from both the Samuel French and Random House editions (1958).

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

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James Leo Herlihy letters to Edward P. Mitchell, 1947-1953 (inclusive)

Extent:
14 item
Abstract:
This collection of letters and postcards, written by author and playwright James Leo Herlihy (1927-1993) to his friend Edward P. Mitchell, contains updates on his life in New York City, including his writing and his financial difficulties; and is accompanied by a life mask of Herlihy and a sculpture created by Herlihy.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]