Series 5: Kenneth Burke Files, 1914-1987
Scope and Contents note
Series contains correspondence between Burke and Cowley, correspondence between Libby (Mrs. Kenneth) Burke, Peggy Baird, and Muriel Cowley, works by Burke, works about Burke, clippings and reviews, and information regarding the publication of The Selected Correspondence of Kenneth Burke and Malcolm Cowley, edited by Paul Jay.
Dates
- Creation: 1914-1987
Creator
- From the Collection: Cowley, Malcolm, 1898-1989 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
The Malcolm Cowley papers are open for research in the Special Collections Reading Room; 5 folders at a time maximum, and items in each folder will be counted before and after delivery to the patron (Priority I). Series 6: Family Papers are restricted and require approval of curator before accessing.
Conditions Governing Audiovisual Access
Some audiovisual recordings in this collection have been digitized. Researchers may access those materials in the Special Collections Reading Room.
Biographical/Historical note
Kenneth Burke and Malcolm Cowley were childhood friends, both attending Peabody High School in Pittsburgh, PA, but meeting first in 1901, at the age of 3. Their lasting friendship is documented within this series through their correspondence and writings.
Arrangement note
Arranged alphabetically.
Repository Details
Part of the The Newberry Library - Modern Manuscripts and Archives Repository
60 West Walton Street
Chicago Illinois 60610 United States
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