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Charles Johnson papers, 1973-1976 (inclusive)

Extent:
.3 linear foot (1 box)
Abstract:
The Charles Johnson papers consist of the letters and manuscripts written by American novelist and teacher Charles Johnson and sent to his former professor John Gardner. The seven manuscripts are drafts and outlines towards Johnson's publications,The Devil and Jubilee Tuthill,Oxherding Tale, andFaith and the Good Thing.

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

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Douglas Woolf papers, 1922-1997 (inclusive) 1944-1992 (bulk)

Extent:
21 linear foot
Abstract:
The Douglas Woolf papers represent the literary life work of this American novelist and short story writer. Spanning the dates 1922 to 1997 (bulk dates 1944-1992), the collection comprises 21 linear feet of autograph and typescript drafts of Woolf's novels, short stories, and poems; as well as the author's personal papers, correspondence files, files related to Wolf Run Books, and printed material. The final segment of the collection is a group of papers related to Woolf's second wife and literary executor, Sandra Braman.

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

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Alan Brilliant correspondence with Ted Wilentz, 1960-1996 (inclusive) 1986-1988 (bulk)

Extent:
.7 linear foot (3 boxes) and 1 oversize removal
Abstract:
This collection contains .7 linear feet of personal letters and postcards from Alan Brilliant of Unicorn Press to his former employer and longtime friend, proprietor of Corinth Books Ted Wilentz. Other materials include press catalogs, newsletters, financial records, clippings, periodicals, poems, and other printed ephemera related to the Unicorn Press.

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

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Alan Kaufman papers, circa 19th century, 1952-2007 (inclusive) 1952-2007 (bulk)

Extent:
11.3 linear foot (28 boxes) and 16 oversize box
Abstract:
The papers of Alan Kaufman--an American Jewish author, editor, performer, artist, and impresario--include drafts of his memoir Jew Boy, his novel Matches, editorial material related to volumes in his Outlaw Bible series, and the magazine Davka: Jewish Cultural Revolution. There are numerous notebooks with notes, observations, lists, and drafts of poetry and writing, as well as original artwork. The collection also includes publishing and personal correspondence, and material documenting Kaufman's involvement in the San Francisco Spoken Word poetry movement and other creative activities.

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

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Richard McCann papers, 1920s-2008 (inclusive) 1978-2005 (bulk)

Extent:
13.2 linear foot (16 boxes)
Abstract:
The Richard McCann papers document the personal life and professional career of this American author, poet, and educator. The collection includes McCann's early creative writing; teaching materials; reviews, essays, and critical writing; personal and professional correspondence; and extensive drafts of McCann's poetry and fiction. McCann's fiction has autobiographical roots, often drawn from family relationships and personal experiences, as illustrated in photographs and family memorabilia also included in the collection.

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

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Summer Brenner papers, 1962-2005 (inclusive)

Extent:
22 linear foot (29 boxes)
Abstract:
The Summer Brenner papers offers a comprehensive view of an American poet and novelist's life across four decades beginning in the 1960s. The collection includes extensive personal correspondence and journals, literary manuscripts and drafts documenting all stages of the writing and publishing process, and Brenner's work from magazine contributions, book publications, and community projects.

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

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Samuel R. Delany collection, 1967-1999 (inclusive)

Extent:
2 linear foot (2 boxes)
Abstract:
The Samuel R. Delany collection includes Delany's letters to publisher Bill Bamberger (Bamberger Books), manuscript drafts of novels in progress, comic books, science fiction anthologies, and journals of fantasy and science fiction to which Delany contributed or served as editor.

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

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Charles Morgan letter to George, 1937 december 6 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 item (3 pages)
Abstract:
One autograph letter written by Charles Morgan to "George" on printed letterhead of 16 Campden Hill Square, W.8., concerning Morgan's work in progress and his desire to keep references about his play being bought away from speculation, on December 6, 1937.

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

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