John Jakes papers, 1970-1990.

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John Jakes papers, 1970-1990.

The John Jakes collection contains the final computer printed manuscripts of "North and South" and "Heaven and Hell". There are also production schedules, notes, correspondence, memoranda, galley proofs, and editorial notes connected with getting Jake's "North and South" books published and presented on TV as a three part mini-series.

10 cubic ft. (11 boxes)

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Jakes, John, 1932-....

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John Jakes was a popular writer of fiction. He started part-time in the 1950s while working in advertising. Then he became a full-time writer in 1971. He became widely known with the publication of his Bicentennial series of books in the 1970s. Historical fiction set during the Revolutionary War and the Civil War has been his specialty. From the description of John Jakes papers, 1970-1990. (University of Wyoming, American Heritage Center). WorldCat record id: 63112694 Author...