Mel New collection of Harry Crews papers, 1986-1990

Summary

Creator:
Crews, Harry, 1935-2012
Date:
1986-1990
Extent:
0.25 Linear Feet 1 box
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Mel New collection of Harry Crews papers, ms3350, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

The collection consists of typewritten letters, and one handwritten note, from Harry Crews to Melvyn New, regarding Crews' novels, essays, deadlines, returning from a sabbatical, a copy of a play no one has seen, and his feelings for Mel. Correspondence are personal in nature, and the letter dated Franklin Parish, September 15, 1986, mainly regards being locked up. The collection also consists of three Blood issue: A drama in two acts typescripts, and photocopies of reviews of Body. One review is inscribed by Crews: "Mell: if not for you, we both know this book might never have been written ... Not too shabby for an old drunk written off as finished, eh?"

Biographical / historical:

"Harry Crews (1935-2012) was a prolific novelist, born in Bacon County, Georgia."

For futher information, see the article Harry Crews (1935-2012) at New Georgia Encyclopedia.

Custodial history:

Gift of Dr. Melvyn New.

Access and use restrictions

Preferred citation:

Mel New collection of Harry Crews papers, ms3350, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.