Algernon Charles Swinburne collection, 1839-1971 (bulk 1860-1930).

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Algernon Charles Swinburne collection, 1839-1971 (bulk 1860-1930).

The collection documents Swinburne's literary affairs and friendships, plus critical reactions to the poet. It consists of correspondence, writings, photographs, artworks, and printed material produced by Swinburne, his friends and associates, and present-day scholars. Over 200 pieces of holograph correspondence and manuscript material, over half of which is by Swinburne, are included. Also prominent is material by Theodore Watts-Dunton, Swinburne's friend and legal advisor.

3.5 linear ft. (8 manuscript boxes and 2 portfolios)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7320885

University of Michigan

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Kerr, Lowell.

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Kernahan, Coulson.

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Rothenstein, William, 1872-1945

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Swinburne, Algernon Charles, 1837-1909

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Lang, Cecil Y.

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