John and Elaine Steinbeck papers, 1937-1996.

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John and Elaine Steinbeck papers, 1937-1996.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/39374141

Papers of John and Elaine Steinbeck, mostly from the 1950s and 1960s. The bulk of the collection is made up of correspondence from friends and acquaintances prominent in the arts, entertainment industry and government. Correspondents include John F. Kennedy, Lyndon B. Johnson, Princess Grace of Monaco, Henry Fonda, Ingrid Bergman, Harry S. Truman, John Kenneth Galbraith, Carl Sandburg, Dag Hammarskjold and many others. Large portions of correspondence include letters from Steinbeck's agents (McIntosh and Otis), Harry Guggenheim, publisher of Newsday, and representatives from the United States Information Agency. Steinbeck's writings include typescripts and clippings of his journalism which was published in newspapers and magazines in numerous countries. The Steinbecks traveled extensively in the 1950s and 1960s through western and eastern Europe, Japan, and Southeast Asia. Ephemera include reviews, photographs, press passes, book covers, programs, permits, etc.

3.5 linear ft.

San Jose State University

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SNAC Resource ID: 7413840

San Jose State University

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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...

Steinbeck, Elaine A.

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The letters are undated except for the day of the week. From the description of Elaine Steinbeck letters to John Steinbeck, ca. 1949. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 754863980 Wife of John Steinbeck. From the description of Autograph letters signed (5) : New York, to Graham and Dorothy Watson, [n.d.] and 1969. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270872293 ...