Anthony Hecht papers, 1894-2004.

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Anthony Hecht papers, 1894-2004.

The collection consists of the literary and personal papers of Anthony Hecht from 1894-2005. The papers include correspondence (1895-2005); drafts of poetry and prose writings (1951-2004); writings by other authors that is primarily undated; personal files (189402005); academic files (1945-2000); printed material (1941-2005); subject files (1951-2005); a small group of audio-visual materials (1964-2004); photographs (circa 1880s-2002); and scrapbooks (1951-1998). The collection documents the development of Hecht's writing career as well as his lengthy teaching career. In addition, materials document Hecht's professional efforts in literary organizations and his interest in the arts.

89.5 linear ft. (180 boxes, 16 oversized papers (OP), 7 bound v. (BV), and 4 oversized bound v. (OBV))

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