The Nelson Algren collection, 1933-1999.

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The Nelson Algren collection, 1933-1999.

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This collection includes the entire range of Algren's works, from his first short story entitled "So Help Me," published in Story in 1933 to The Devil's Stocking, published posthumously in 1983. The collection contains an array of newspaper articles, interviews, bookdealer catalogs, reviews and photographs. It also includes articles and reviews of Algren's work by other writers and critics. These additional materials provide insight not only to his talent as a writer but also to his interest in the social and cultural issues of the time.

8 linear feet.

Chicago Public Library, Harold Washington Library Center

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SNAC Resource ID: 8018190

Chicago Public Library, Harold Washington Library Center

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Algren, Nelson, 1909-1981

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Nelson Algren, original name Nelson Ahlgren Abraham was born on March 28, 1909 in Detroit, Michigan and died May 9, 1981 in Sag Harbor, New York. Algren's writings focused on the poor, inspired by routine naturalism and its vision of pride, humour, and unquenchable yearnings. He captured the poetic essences of the city's underside: its jukebox pounding, distinguishable stench, and neon glare. Algren was raised in Chicago and later studied at the University of Illinois, where he graduated wit...