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William Paulk papers
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: William Paulk papers | |
| Creator: Paulk, William | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1955-1989 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 0.5 Linear Feet 1 box | |
| Collection Number: ms3290 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
William E. Paulk, Jr. professor and poet, born in Rebecca, Georgia (Turner County), taught English at the University of Georgia and Western Carolina University (Cullowhee, North Carolina). Paulk published his books of poetry on his own press, Persimmon Hill Press, which was located in his home in Rebecca.
Scope and Content
The collection consists of poetry and an unpublished journal by William Paulk. The journal, titled Through Western Eyes: A China diary, documents Paulk's trip to lecture at Yunnan University in Kunming, China. The appendix of the journal concerns the visit of Professor Zhang Xin-he to Western Carolina University. The collection also consists of photographs and a letter. Photographs, undated, appear to be of family members, but most are unidentified. The letter, undated, Darlington School, Rome, Georgia, addresses "Cher Paul," is signed "Petit," and regards a visit at Terre Rouge and writings that were accepted.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
William Paulk papers, ms3290, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding aid prepared on: 2019.
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Other Finding Aids
Published materials accompanying the collection, published at The Persimmon Hill Press, Rebecca, Georgia, have been cataloged individually with an associated collection note, and can be found in GIL by searching the title of this collection.