Correspondence with Adolf Klarmann, 1962-1990.

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Correspondence with Adolf Klarmann, 1962-1990.

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A significant part of the correspondence concerns the arrangements for the reburial of Franz Werfel in an honorary grave in Vienna, in 1975; as well as a symposium on Werfel, including a ceremony dedicating a monument on his grave, in 1976. Additional topics include: Klarmann's scholarly work generally; the Austrian government's interest in promoting ties with Austrian authors living abroad; and various scholarly events on Werfel's work. Included are 3 clippings from Austrian newspapers: 2 about the work of the society and 1 about the Franz-Werfel symposium in 1976.

56 items (67 leaves).

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University of Pennsylvania Libraries, Van Pelt Library

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Foltinek, Karl 1922-2003

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