Arthur Machen manuscripts for introductions to novels
Overview
Autograph manuscript introductions to novels of English novelist Arthur Machen.
Dates
- Creation: 1923-1925
Language of Materials
Collection materials are in English.
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions on physical access to this material.
Extent
.1 linear feet (1 volume)Autograph manuscript introductions to Machen's The hill of dreams, The three imposters, The house of souls, and Dr. Stiggins: his views and principles.
Biographical / Historical
Machen was an English novelist and essayist.
Arrangement
Arranged chronologically.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
57M-86. Gift of Alfred A. Knopf, Esq., 501 Madison Avenue, New York 22, New York; received: 1947 December 18.
- Title
- Machen, Arthur, 1863-1947. Arthur Machen manuscripts for introductions to novels, 1923-1925: Guide.
- Author
- Houghton Library, Harvard College Library
- Language of description
- und
- EAD ID
- hou01132
Repository Details
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