John Betjeman collection 1908-2002 1936-1984

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John Betjeman collection 1908-2002 1936-1984

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The John Betjeman collection documents the personal and professional life of John Betjeman between 1908 and 1990, with the bulk of material dating between 1936 and 1984. The collection provides evidence of Betjeman's career as a writer and broadcaster and consists of correspondence, writings, personal papers, newspaper clippings, audiovisual materials, and a small number of candid photographs. The collection traces Betjeman's creative process through initial scribblings in his notebooks to more formal drafts and the publishing process (as found in galleys and correspondence with editors and publishers). A substantial volume of the correspondence is from Betjeman to his wife Penelope Chetwode and provides insight into their relationship. More broadly, owing to Betjeman's role as Poet Laureate and connection with various authors, the collection is a window into literary life in Britain during the twentieth century. The majority of the collection is comprised of the Duncan Andrews Collection of John Betjeman.

23.42 linear feet (22 boxes, including 10 oversize boxes) + 1 broadside folder + 2 rolls

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Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6348918

Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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