Philadelphia Area Archives

Start Over People Joyce, James, 1882-1941

In the dark pinewood : poem, 1903 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 item (1 page)
Abstract:: James Joyce manuscript of the poem "In the dark pinewood," eventually published as "Poem XX" in Chamber Music (1907).

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

Ulick O'Connor papers, 1904-1976 (inclusive) 1960-1974 (bulk)

Extent:: 7 linear foot (6 boxes)
Abstract:: This collection consists of material accumulated over a 25-year period by Ulick O’Connor: biographer, poet, playwright and journalist. O’Connor’s biographies of Brendan Behan and Oliver St. John Gogarty have been recognized internationally as definitive works. A large portion of the collection deals with materials for these books.

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

Robert A. Wilson collection, 1906-2011 (inclusive)

Extent:: 11 linear foot (29 boxes)
Abstract:: The Robert A. Wilson collection comprises 9 linear feet of material related to 36 prominent literary figures, previously in the private collection of Robert A. Wilson, the final owner of the Phoenix Book Shop, in New York City (1962-1988).

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

Steven Barclay Collection, 1904-2008 (inclusive) 1920-1940 (bulk)

Extent:: 6 boxes and 3.0 linear feet
Abstract:: A collection containing original manuscripts, letters, documents, photographs, association copies of books, and other printed material, chiefly by or pertaining to Adrienne Monnier (1892-1955) and Sylvia Beach (1887-1962), and their respective bookshops in Paris: La Maison des Amis des Livres and Shakespeare & Company.

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

The Library of Jacques Derrida, Studio Series, 1686-2010 (inclusive)

Extent:: 327 boxes, 1 folder, and 6 items
Abstract:: Consists of the personal library of French philosopher Jacques Derrida and members of his household.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Rare Book Collection [Contact Us]

Garland Publishing, Inc., Records, 1969-1991 (inclusive)

Extent:: 38 boxes
Abstract:: This collection consists of correspondence of various Garland Publishing, Inc. staff members with authors, editors, and others, concerning permissions, copyrights, and production and editorial matters relating to their publication of facsimile and reprint editions of works by established writers. Also present are company catalogs and brochures arranged in two series, chronologically (1987-1996) and by subject.

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

Louise Bogan Papers, 1936-1954 (inclusive)

Extent:: 5 boxes and 2.1 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists primarily of drafts, notes, fragments and final copies of American poet Louise Bogan's critical essays on modern literature, published in prestigious American journals. There are a few poetry manuscripts and even fewer pieces of correspondence.

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

Jackson Mathews Collection of Sylvia Beach, 1921-1965 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box, 2 items, and 0.2 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of letters and other material related to Sylvia Beach (1887-1962), the American proprietress of the Paris bookshop Shakespeare and Company, collected by Jackson Mathews (1907?-1978).

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

The Library of Jacques Derrida, House Series, 1793-2013 (inclusive)

Extent:: 675 boxes and 16 items
Abstract:: Consists of the personal library of French philosopher Jacques Derrida and members of his household.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Rare Book Collection [Contact Us]

Sylvia Beach Papers, 1872-1999 (inclusive)

Extent:: 180 boxes, 1 item, and 78.3 linear feet
Abstract:: This collection documents the life and activities of Sylvia Beach (1887-1962), the American author, publisher, and owner of the Paris bookshop Shakespeare & Company, the Paris bookshop that was a meeting-point for French, English, Irish and American writers during the 1920's and 1930's. The collection consists largely of files relating to Shakespeare & Company; Beach's writings and translations, in particular her memoir Shakespeare & Company ; and files relating to the circle of artists and writers surrounding her throughout her life. Included are family, personal, and business correspondence; business records of Shakespeare & Company; personal and family records; manuscripts and artwork by members of her circle; photographs; and memorabilia.

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