William Lederer papers
Scope and Contents
Chicago playwright and nephew of Studs Cunningham, upon whom James T. Farrell based the main character of his Studs Lonigan trilogy. Included are Lederer's original plays, screenplays, novel, novella, and poetry. Also eight letters from James T. Farrell to Lederer, 1972-1973, and one letter from Marshall Brooks, 2004.
Dates
- Creation: 1959-2013
Creator
- Lederer, William L. (Person)
Language
Materials are in English.
Conditions Governing Access
This material is unprocessed and is available by appointment only. Please contact reference@newberry.org at least 5 business days in advance to request an appointment.
Extent
4.8 Linear Feet (5 boxes, 3 cartons, and 6 folders)
Abstract
Chicago playwright and nephew of Studs Cunningham, upon whom James T. Farrell based the main character of his Studs Lonigan trilogy. Included are Lederer's original plays, screenplays, novel, novella, and poetry. Contains biographical statement, articles, clippings, and reviews. Also eight letters from James T. Farrell to Lederer, 1972-1973, and one letters from Marshall Brooks, 2004.
Location
1 24 2
Source
- Lederer, William L. (Donor, Person)
- Title
- William Lederer papers, 1959-2013
- Status
- Unprocessed
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the The Newberry Library - Modern Manuscripts and Archives Repository
60 West Walton Street
Chicago Illinois 60610 United States
312-255-3512
reference@newberry.org