Papers, 1881-1924.

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Papers, 1881-1924.

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This collection contains correspondence of and a partial manuscript by James Lane Allen, a noted Kentucky novelist. The collection consists of two series. One contains twenty-two letters written by Allen to Miss Elizabeth Kinkead of Lexington (1890-1910). Some are also addressed to Miss Kinkead's sister Nellie. The letters discuss Allen's travels in Europe and the United States, his writings, and a planned history of Kentucky by Kinkead. A potential conflict between Kinkead's history and an anthology of Kentucky tales to be compiled by Allen is discussed at length.

.2 cubic ft.

Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives, Kentucky State Archives

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Allen, James Lane, 1849-1925

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James Lane Allen was Kentucky's first important novelist. His success came early in his career but when he tried to broaden the themes of his work he lost the audience and critical acclaim which he had previously received. From the description of James Lane Allen : miscellaneous papers, 1890-1924. (Filson Historical Society, The). WorldCat record id: 46708345 American novelist. From the description of Letters, a newspaper clipping, and an envelope, 1894-1900. (Un...