Letter from Laura Jackson to Michael Kirkham, 1974-02-22

Item — Box: 1, Folder: 10

Identifier: 1976.004.1.10.010

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Scope and Contents

"...I am moved to present again the principle of my rejection of the planned Seminar on Robert Graves at year's end under auspices of the Modern Library Association as having anything to do with me of an order I can respect, and as itself deeply committed to disrespect of me in its appointing for its subject of discussion 'The Influence of Laura Riding on RObert Graves.' After my explanation, which covers my feeling that participation in this meeting by persons having some work-oriented connection with me would be inappropriate, and from a comprehensive point of view wanting in due respect towards me, I shall present a revision of my attitude for Mr. Kirkham's consideration..."

Dates

Creation: 1974-02-22

Creator

Jackson, Laura (Riding), 1901-1991 (Person)

Access

This material is open for research use by any registered reader.

Extent

3 pages (1 mimeograph copied letter. ) : Typewritten mimeograph copy. ; 28 x 22 cm

1 page (1 envelope.) : Handwritten. ; 10.5 x 24.5 cm

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

General

The letter (sent to Ellsworth Mason) indicates that it is a copy of a letter sent to Michael Kirkham and others. The explanatory note at the top of the letter reads: "For Michael Kirkham - with copies sent to several others, per indications at this letter's close."