ALS, n.d. [1962-1964], Houston, Texas, to Mr. Edward J.[?] a Texas collector.

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ALS, n.d. [1962-1964], Houston, Texas, to Mr. Edward J.[?] a Texas collector.

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One portion of the April 1962 speech deals with the writing and publishing history of his first book and touches on the to begin production of the movie "Hud". The second speech contains some additions and insights that came about during the two year hiatus between speeches including the observation: "since the summer of 1962, when "Horseman, Pass By" was made into the movie "Hud", I have not been asked questions about my books at all--only questions about the movie."

1 p., 28 x 21.5 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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