82. Guide To The Archie Ammons Papers,1945-2000
SUBJECTS. Names ammons, AR,1926 Benedict, John G. Bertolino, James, 1942- Booth,Philip E. Buell, Frederick, 1942- Burak, David, 1945- Burgess, James.
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Guide to the Archie Ammons Papers, Collection Number: 14-12-2665 Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections
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Compiled by: Patrizia Sione Date completed: April 23, 1998 EAD encoding: Peter Martinez. October 3, 2002 DESCRIPTIVE SUMMARY Title: Archie Ammons papers, 1945-2000. Collection Number: Creator: A. R., Ammons 1926- Quantity: 26.4 cubic ft. Forms of Material: Journals, correspondence, manuscripts, photographs, chapbooks, typescript, memoranda, and paintings. Repository: Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections, Cornell University Library Abstract: Primarily incoming correspondence from students and teaching colleagues; fellow literary figures; and family members. The letters frequently enclose poetry for review; snapshots of family members; and photos of Ammons and other literary figures. The papers provide sources for the study of modern American poetry, including the publication of poetry in various journals. Some letters discuss the publication of Ammons' own books of poetry; others highlight activities of small presses. Letters and records of writers' conferences underscore Ammons' role in Southern regional literature. Also, material detailing his role in Cornell's Department of English and its creative writing program. | |
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