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Michelle Cliff papers
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: Michelle Cliff papers | |
| Creator: Cliff, Michelle | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1977-1994 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 0.25 Linear Feet 1 box | |
| Collection Number: ms3242 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
Lillian Smith (1897-1966) was an author, lecturer, and human rights advocate, born in Jasper County, Florida, and resided in Rabun County, Georgia. Her best known fiction piece was the controversial 1944 novel Strange Fruit.
For more information, see the article "Lillian Smith (1897-1966)" in New Georgia Encyclopedia.
Scope and Content
The collection consists of a file kept by Michelle Cliff on Lillian Smith, from 1977-1983. The file consists of correspondence from Cliff, Paula Snelling, George Brockway, and Esther Smith; and papers concerning The Winner Names the Age. The collection also includes a copy of the keynote conference speech "Listening to sounds larger than our own heartbeat: a conference on Lillian Smith," presented by Michelle Cliff at Georgetown University, October 7-9, 1994.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
Michelle Cliff papers, ms3242, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding aid prepared on: 2019.
General Notes
The accompanying Uncorrected proof titled The Winner Names the Age: a Collection of Writings by Lillian Smith has been cataloged and can be requested through GIL, call number Hargrett Manuscripts PS3537.M653 W5 1978b.