A Wake for the Living - Original Typescript, Original Galley, 1975
Scope and Contents
The collection includes the original manuscript typescript of Lytle's book A Wake for the Living, with galleys corrected by the author. The book is a chronicle of the Lytle family from the pre-revolutionary era to his generation.
Series I: A Wake for the Living
This is the only series in the collection and it contains three specially made linen clamshell boxes that hold the typescripts and galleys for A Wake for the Living. The book was published in New York in 1975, however the date is unknown for when the typescript and galleys were compiled. The typescript and galleys both contain marked corrections.
Dates
- Creation: 1975
Creator
- From the Collection: Lytle, Andrew Nelson (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
The physical materials from this collection may be viewed only in the reading room of Vanderbilt’s Special Collections and University Archives. Materials should be requested two to three days in advance to facilitate easier access. Contact specialcollections@vanderbilt.edu to schedule an appointment.
Copyright Information
Andrew Lytle's literary executor is his son-in-law, George Chamberlain of Sewanee.
Full Extent
From the Collection: 1 Linear Feet (3 bound volumes)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Vanderbilt University Special Collections and University Archives Repository
Special Collections Library
1101 19th Ave. S.
Nashville TN 37212 United States
specialcollections@vanderbilt.edu
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