Robert Peters Papers, 1960 - 2005

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Robert Peters Papers, 1960 - 2005

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Papers of Robert Peters, American poet, critic, scholar, and teacher. A professor of literature (1968-1991) at the University of California, Irvine, Peters reviewed contemporary poetry for small press magazines beginning in the 1970s, published numerous poetry collections, and performed his work internationally. Materials include manuscript drafts of recent writing, including individual poems and drafts for collected poetry publications, especially FAMILIAL LOVE AND OTHER MISFORTUNES: POEMS OF MY EARLY YEARS (2002) and MAKAR'S DOZENS (2006); book reviews (1993-2001); several novels; play scripts; and documentation for performances of "Ludwig" and the "Blood Countess." Also includes correspondence with family members, friends, colleagues, and editors; interviews with Peters; audiocassette recordings of his readings and performances; journals (1966-2004); and photographs of people, performances, and travels.

19.40 linear feet; (19 archives boxes, 4 card file boxes, 12 records cartons and 6 oversize folders)

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University of California, San Diego. Geisel Library. Mandeville Special Collections Library.

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