Elizabeth Jennings papers. Part 1, 1957-1989 (bulk 1969-1989).

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Elizabeth Jennings papers. Part 1, 1957-1989 (bulk 1969-1989).

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/82367599

The Elizabeth Jennings papers, part 1, consists of correspondence received by Jennings between 1957 and 1989. Notable correspondents include John Betjeman, Charles Causley, Cecil Day-Lewis, Margaret Drabble, Roy Fuller, Laurie Lee, Peter Levi, Ruth Pitter, Anne Ridler, A.L. Rowse, Stephen Spender, Anthony Thwaite, and John Wain. Internationally acclaimed actors John Gielgud and Alec Guinness are also represented by lengthy correspondence. Of special interest is the extensive correspondence from long-time friend, Dame Cicely Veronica Wedgewood.. Dating from early 1969 to the end of 1971, the letters were sent when Jennings was going through a long period of depression.

1.5 linear feet (2 boxes)

Georgetown University, Joseph Mark Lauinger Memorial Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 8281352

Georgetown University, Joseph Mark Lauinger Memorial Library

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