Letter from V. Rajaiyer to Mercedes de Acosta, 12/18/1955

File — Box: 1, Folder: 2

Scope and contents note

From the Collection:

Documenting part of the career of playwright, poet, and novelist Mercedes de Acosta (1893-1968), the Mercedes de Acosta Papers consist of letters written to her, a few manuscript plays written by her, her address books, some published works in her possession, and some photographs. Comprising 4 boxes (1.0 linear feet), the material dates from 1920-1975.

Highlights of the collection include three typed manuscript plays written by de Acosta titled "The Dark Light" (undated), "Jehanne D'Arc" (1925), and "The Moon Flower" (1920) as well as a series of her address books documenting her acquaintances. Also of interest are a number of published workes on Hindu philosophy, many of which pertain to the spirtual leader Ramana Maharshi (1879-1950).

Dates

12/18/1955

Collection-level access restrictions

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: 1 Linear Feet (4 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Container Summary

1 TLS dated 12/18/1955 from V. Rajaiyer to Mercedes de Acosta regarding her possible visit. References to Sri Ramana Maharshi. Sent from Sri Ramanasramam, Tiruvannamalai, India to New York City.