Series 1: Incoming Correspondence, 1886-1962
Series
Scope and Contents note
This series is only a fraction of Lewis's collection of incoming letters; unfortunately, much of his correspondence was destroyed in a fire. There is significant correspondence from Sinclair Lewis concerning their play, Jayhawker, and letters from friends such as Carl Sandburg and Frank Lloyd Wright, who designed Lewis' Libertyville home.
Dates
- Creation: 1886-1962
Creator
- From the Collection: Lewis, Lloyd, 1891-1949 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
The Lloyd Lewis papers are open for research in the Special Collections Reading Room; 1 box at a time (Priority III).
Arrangement note
Letters are arranged alphabetically by last name of correspondent.
Repository Details
Part of the The Newberry Library - Modern Manuscripts and Archives Repository
Contact:
60 West Walton Street
Chicago Illinois 60610 United States
312-255-3512
reference@newberry.org
60 West Walton Street
Chicago Illinois 60610 United States
312-255-3512
reference@newberry.org