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Paul Bowles letters to William Saroyan, 1937-1942 (inclusive)

Extent:
12 item
Abstract:
Paul Bowles Letters to William Saroyan is a small collection of eleven letters sent by twentieth century American writer and composer Paul Bowles to twentieth century American novelist, playwright, and composer William Saroyan.

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

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Irene Herrmann Paul Bowles music collection, 1935-2002 (inclusive)

Extent:
3.6 linear foot (8 boxes) and 3 oversize box
Abstract:
The Irene Herrmann Paul Bowles Music Collection spans the dates 1935–2002, and consists of music manuscripts, published sheet music, and sound recordings related to the American composer and writer Paul Bowles, as collected by the executor of his musical estate, Irene Herrmann.

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

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Paul Bowles correspondence with John Widdicombe, 1929-1975 (inclusive) 1929-1935 (bulk)

Extent:
.3 linear foot (49 items)
Abstract:
The Paul Bowles correspondence with John Widdicombe comprises 49 letters and postcards reflecting the long-lasting friendship Bowles maintained with Widdicombe, whom Bowles met during his brief time as a student in Virginia. While on his travels, Bowles posted letters from various locations abroad, which ranged in content from news about musical and literary acquaintances, such as Aaron Copland or Gertrude Stein, to sketches of local nationals and their culture.

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

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University of Delaware Library collection of websites relating to the Library’s literary collections, 2016-2017 (inclusive)

Extent:
23 web site
Abstract:
This collection documents websites and social media related to authors, playwrights, and other literary figures and organizations which complement and enrich existing literary collections held in Special Collections. This collection includes sites related to University of Delaware Library holdings in American literature; Irish literature; and theatre.

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

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Cherie Nutting photographs related to Paul Bowles, 1986-1994 (inclusive)

Extent:
.33 linear foot (1 box) and 4 oversize box
Abstract:
Cherie Nutting is a photographer and musical artist manager known, among other activities, for her photographs of expatriate author and composer Paul Bowles. This collection comprises Nutting's photographs of Paul Bowles in various settings as well as photos of his residence and several objects of significance to him. The photographs include Nutting's handwritten captions and contextual inscriptions.

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

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Edward G. McCollin Collection, 1874-1954 (inclusive) 1874-1904 (bulk)

Extent:
2 cubic feet
Abstract:
Edward Garrett McCollin was a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and was active in Philadelphia's musical community. The Edward G. McCollin Collection consists of material related to McCollin's time as a student at the University of Pennsylvania and a composer in Philadelphia.

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

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Jeffery Cotton papers, 1975-2006 (inclusive)

Extent:
5.25 linear feet (6 boxes) and 2.7 gigabytes
Abstract:
Jeffery Cotton (1957-2013) was a composer, entrepreneur, essayist and fiction writer who worked extensively in the United States and Europe. The collection features the personal journals of Jeffery Cotton from 1975-2006, handwritten and printed scores, CDs and cassettes of his recorded music, awards, and photographs.

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

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