Writings- Research Material: Kristin (1 of 2), 1989 November 9 - 1990 February 25
Scope and Contents - Writings
Manuscripts of writings by Andrew Lytle, 1924-1986, are included in the Writings Series. These writings, many of which are either unpublished or variants, include the genres of poetry, plays, biography, novels, essays, reviews, speeches and short stories. Notable among these are manuscripts of "The Hind Tit," Bedford Forrest and His Critter Company, At The Moon's Inn and The Long Night. One of Lytle's earliest writings, a journal of his European trip in 1924, is included in the Biographical Series under the heading Travels. This series contains oversize material that includes long galleys of Lytle's novel The Long Night.
Dates
- Creation: 1989 November 9 - 1990 February 25
Copyright Information
Andrew Lytle's literary executor is his son-in-law, George Chamberlain of Sewanee.
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.
Full Extent
From the Collection: 23.61 Linear Feet (23 letter Hollingers, 23 legal Hollingers, 1 letter half-Hollinger, 2 oversize boxes)
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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