John Houghton Allen Papers, 1955-1962

Collection context

Summary

Creators:
Allen, John Houghton
Abstract:
Collection consists of typescripts of manuscripts by John Houghton Allen presented to Lawrence Clark Powell as well as two letters from Allen to Powell.
Extent:
1 box (0.5 linear ft.)
Language:
English.

Background

Scope and content:

Collection consists of typescripts of manuscripts by John Houghton Allen presented to Lawrence Clark Powell. Includes An anthology of poetry (privately printed for Allen), Essays in Biography: Four Latin American Studies, The Hardest Game, The Old Harry and Other Stories, and Tales of the Border. Also includes two letters from Allen to Powell.

Biographical / historical:

The collection consists of essays, novels, short stories and an anthology of poetry written by John Houghton Allen and presented to Lawrence Clark Powell.

Acquisition information:
Gift of Dr. Lawrence Powell, 1965.
Physical location:
Stored off-site at SRLF. Advance notice is required for access to the collection. Please contact the UCLA Library Special Collections Reference Desk for paging information.

Access and use

Location of this collection:
A1713 Charles E. Young Research Library
Box 951575
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1575, US
Contact:
(310) 825-4988