Manuscripts for Henry Beston's Fairy Tales
Overview
Autograph and typescript manuscripts of short stories for children by the American writer Henry Beston.
Dates
- Creation: 1922-1952
Language of Materials
Collection materials are in English.
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions on physical access to this material. Collection is open for research.
Extent
.1 linear feet (1 volume)Includes autograph and typescript short stories contained in the published book, Henry Beston's fairy tales, as well as some stories not found in that book. Also includes reviews and two photographs.
Biographical / Historical
Henry Beston was an American writer best known for his book of reflections on man and nature, The outermost house.
Physical Location
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Immediate Source of Acquisition
52M-70. Gift of Henry Beston, Chimney Farm, Nobleboro, Maine; received: 1952 November 3.
- Title
- Beston, Henry, 1888-1968. Manuscripts for Henry Beston's Fairy Tales, 1922-1952: Guide.
- Author
- Houghton Library, Harvard College Library
- Language of description
- und
- EAD ID
- hou01212
Repository Details
Part of the Houghton Library Repository
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