Series 8 - Chiaroscuro and other writings by Augustus John

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8

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Chiaroscuro and other writings by Augustus John

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  • 1952-1995 (Creation)

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4 folders

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The series comprises photocopies of correspondence, 1924-1962, mainly between Augustus John and his publisher Jonathan Cape relating to the artist's autobiography, together with publishing agreements, 1938-1962 (with gaps), and book reviews, 1952. Also included are photocopies of writings by Augustus John including his recollections of J. D. Innes, [?1914], and Ronald Firbank, [?1930].

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Arranged according to type of material in four folders. Papers within these files are generally arranged in chronological order.

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Originals are in the Jonathan Cape Archive at the University of Reading Library.

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Autograph and typescript drafts of Augustus John's autobiographical writings are in NLW MSS 22795-22796. A proof copy of Chiaroscuro is in NLW ex 1237/5.

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Preferred citation: 8

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vtls004292083

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(WlAbNL)0000292083

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  • Text: 8.