2:37. "Reading of New Poems.", 5/16/1959., bulk: 1959 - 1959

File — Box: 2, Folder: 37

Scope and Contents Note

From the Collection:

The Ned O'Gorman Papers 4 comprise part of the personal papers generated by Ned O'Gorman (b. 1929), a noted American poet, author, and educator. This collection primarily contains lengthy drafts of O'Gorman's autobiography entitled, "Venerated Trinkets, Kept Memorials, and Things Lifted Up: A Volume of Autobiography." In addition, many other manuscripts written by O'Gorman are retained in this archive, which includes some of his poetry. Additional materials include letters with notable individuals, mauscripts by O'Gorman, printed materials by him, and his datebooks.

The Ned O'Gorman Papers 4 supplement prior accessions of the Ned O'Gorman Papers. The Ned O'Gorman Papers 4 are preserved in 7 archival boxes amounting to 4.5 linear feet of material.

Dates

5/16/1959.
Majority of material found in 1959 - 1959

Conditions Governing Access

Most manuscripts collections at the Georgetown University Booth Family Center for Special Collections are open to researchers; however, restrictions may apply to some collections. Collections stored off site require a minimum of three days for retrieval. For use of all manuscripts collections, researchers are advised to contact the Booth Family Center for Special Collections in advance of any visit.

Extent

From the Collection: 5 Linear Feet (8 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Container Summary

Printed Item: "Reading of New Poems." Presented in a public reading at the American Academy in Rome on May 16, 1959." Includes poem by Ned O' Gorman: "A Description of the Sea for Lina Lenzi Who Has Never Seen It."