Philip and Mildred Greear papers, 1938-1965

Summary

Creator:
Greear, Mildred and Greear, Philip
Date:
1938-1965
Extent:
0.4 Linear Feet (1 document box)
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Philip and Mildred Greear papers, ms2283, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

The collection consists of material relating to Byron Herbert Reece. The papers contain personal correspondence from Reece to the Greears, reviews of Reece's works, newspaper clippings, and two photographs of Reece. The collection also contains personal correspondence of the Greear's relating to their involvement in the Quill Club at Young Harris College, and their interest in the Byron Herbert Reece Memorial Association.

Biographical / historical:

Byron Herbert Reece (1917-1958), a poet and writer, was born in Blairsville, Georgia. He attended Young Harris College and went on to publish several works of poetry and fiction. He received numerous awards including the Georgia Distinguished Writers Award and the Guggenheim Award.

Access and use restrictions

Preferred citation:

Philip and Mildred Greear papers, ms2283, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, University of Georgia Libraries.