Papers of Richard Pike Bissell, 1952-1973.

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Papers of Richard Pike Bissell, 1952-1973.

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The papers of Richard Pike Bissell document the writing of some of his novels. Holograph and typescript drafts, galley proofs, editor's notes, source material, etc. illustrate his creative processes. Some of the novels included are: 7 1/2 Cents, The Monongahela, and Still Circling Moose Jaw.

5 linear ft., (4 boxes)

University of Iowa Libraries

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SNAC Resource ID: 7103529

University of Iowa Libraries

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Bissell, Richard, 1913-1977

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Richard Bissell (1913-1977) was an American author, playwright and critic. In addition to his literary pursuits, Bissell also worked in the Venezuelan oil fields, as a seaman, a factory superintendent, and as a river pilot on the upper Mississippi and Monongahela Rivers. Originally from Dubuque, Iowa, Bissell graduated from Harvard University in 1936, married Marian Van Patten Grilk in 1938, and had four children: Thomas, Nathaniel, Anastasia, and Samuel. Some of his well-known works include the...