Ben Lucien Burman papers, ca. 1940-ca. 1960.

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Ben Lucien Burman papers, ca. 1940-ca. 1960.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/13079463

These papers consist mainly of drafts of articles, short stories, and novels written by Burman.

7.5 cubic ft.

University of Kentucky Libraries

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SNAC Resource ID: 6819306

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Caddy, Alice.

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Burman, Ben Lucien, 1896-1984

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Noted for his depictions of life on the Mississippi River, Ben Lucien Burman (1896-1984) achieved early fame with Steamboat round the bend (1933), and Blow for a landing (1938). He then embarked upon his "Catfish Bend" series of satiric southern fables. They were an international success, and were translated into many languages including Burmese, Thai, Urdu, and Vietnamese. During World War II, Burman turned to non-fiction and became a noted journalist. From his base in North Africa, he achieved...