Papers, 1893-1972, 1893-1950 (bulk)

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Papers, 1893-1972, 1893-1950 (bulk)

Postcards, letters, notes, manuscripts, photographs, programs from productions of Shaw's plays, addresses, and an agreement pertaining to Shaw's literary works and political interests. The notes pertain to revisions on theatrical productions. The letters are largely by Shaw and concern translations, formation of the British Music Society, writing and production of SAINT JOAN, revisions, casting, and productions of various plays.

.3 cubic ft.

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Shaw, Bernard, 1856-1950

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Born in Dublin, Ireland, on July 26, 1856, George Bernard Shaw was the only son and third and youngest child of George Carr and Lucinda Elizabeth Gurly Shaw. Though descended from landed Irish gentry, Shaw's father was unable to sustain any more than a facade of gentility. Shaw's official education consisted of being tutored by an uncle and briefly attending Protestant and Catholic day schools. At fifteen Shaw began working as a bookkeeper in a land agent's office which required him t...

British Music Society

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