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Descriptive Summary
| Creator: | Clarke, Austin, 1896-1974. |
|---|---|
| Title: | Austin Clarke letters to [Michael] Begnal, 1970-1971 |
| Call Number: | MSS 099, F385 |
| Extent: | 2 items (4 pages) |
| Abstract: | Two letters from Irish author Austin Clarke to Michael Begnal. |
| Language: | Materials entirely in English. |
Administrative Information
Restrictions on Access
The collection is open for research.
Terms Governing Use and Reproduction
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Related Materials in This Repository
This item forms part of MSS 099 Miscellaneous Literary and Historical Manuscripts.
Source
Purchase, 1993.
Citation
MSS 099, F385, Austin Clarke letters to Michael Begnal, Special Collections, University of Delaware Library, Newark, Delaware.
Collection Description
Biographical Note
Irish poet, playwright and novelist Austin Clarke (1896-1974) was lauded by members of the Irish Literary Renaissance such as George Russell [AE] and Padraic Colum. W. B. Yeats was a strong influence on Clarke's poems and plays. Although Clarke also wrote novels and memoirs, he is best remembered for his poetry.
American Michael Begnal (1939- ) was an assistant professor at Pennsylvania State University at the time the Austin Clarke letters were written.
"Clarke, Austin, 1896-1974" Literature Online. http://lion.chadwyck.com (accessed February 20, 2007).
"Michael Henry Begnal (American writer 1939-)." Biography Resource Center. http://galenet.galegroup.com (accessed February 20, 2007).
Scope and Content Note
The two letters to Michael Begnal concern the Irish Literary Renaissance, Irish poetry and fiction, Clarke's writing, James Joyce, Donleavy, censorship in Ireland (including Clarke's own work) and other matters.Selected Search Terms
Topical Terms
Authors, Irish--20th century--Correspondence.
Form/Genre Terms
Letters (correspondence)
Contents List
| Box | Folder | Content |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | F385 | Austin Clarke letter to [Michael] Begnal, 1970 October 15 , Typed letter signed with autograph additions and corrections, 2 pages. |
| 22 | F385 | Austin Clarke letter to [Michael] Begnal, 1971 February 9 , Typed letter signed with autograph additions and corrections, 2 pages. |