McQuown - DeVoto papers, 1933-1948.

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McQuown - DeVoto papers, 1933-1948.

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Mostly letters written by Bernard DeVoto to Madeline McQuown (1933-1948) focusing on writing techniques of both authors. Also includes a series of letters written by Robert S. Hillyer to Madeline McQuown (1933-1946). The other correspondence in the collection is written by McQuown to DeVoto and McQuown to Hillyer. Written essays and articles by DeVoto make up the remainder of the collection.

.5 linear ft. (2 boxes)

Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6675881

Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library

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