Miscellaneous literary papers of John Masefield
Dep. c. 1295
Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford
Description
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Title
Miscellaneous literary papers of John Masefield
Shelfmark
Dep. c. 1295
Summary
Includes:
10 typescript leaves of early poems, '1898-99-1900'. Hand sewn, home-made booklet
3 leaves verses and notes, typescript and manuscript, labelled 'JM first Two poems published in Outlook'
exercise book, 'J.M. early poems transcribed by his sister Ethel'
11 sonnets, manuscript. Loose leaves, tabbed together
2 manuscripts, 'Essay No 1. On "God", the Creator' and 'Essay No 2. On "God" – a "pervading spirit" '. Loose leaves; each essay tabbed together
printed pamphlet, Latin orations given at the University of Cambridge, 'Honorary degrees, presentation of medals, recitation of prize exercises', 5 June 1951
manuscript, 'Undated talk by Mrs Ross (Ethel Masefield)'. Loose leaves (nested bifolia)
Date
1898-1931, n.d.
Language
English
Physical extent
1 box
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Collection contents
Letters to Norah and Ethel Masefield from John Masefield with miscellaneous papers
Miscellaneous literary papers of John Masefield
