John Steinbeck letter to Benjamin Gargill [manuscript], 1950 October 13.

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John Steinbeck letter to Benjamin Gargill [manuscript], 1950 October 13.

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Steinbeck discusses his experimental play "Burning bright" with Gargill, an attorney whose unnamed client is in a situation similar to the protagonist's. He describes the play as a morality play and discusses the client's reactions and the play's intentions.

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Steinbeck, John, 1902-1968

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Margaret Gemmell, later van Judah, was a friend of Steinbeck's during their stay at Stanford University, 1925-26. Included with the papers is a manuscript in her own hand describing her friendship with Steinbeck. From the description of John Steinbeck papers, 1925-1978. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 754866392 This is the producer's copy, property of Oscar Serlin; the play ran from 7 Apr. to 6 June, 1942. From the description of The moon is down, a play in 3 acts...

Gargill, Benjamin,

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