Alun Lewis letters to Christopher Cheney
- 23.
- File
- 1936-1943
Part of Alun Lewis papers
One hundred and eleven letters and cards (numbered 1-90), 1936-1943, from Alun Lewis to Christopher Cheney [Professor C. R. Cheney (1906-1987)], his tutor at Manchester and a close friend. Included are explanatory notes by C. R. Cheney on some of the letters. Topics include progress with his research thesis; his writing; career prospects - hopes, fears and aspirations; books he has read; his pleasure in art; the strain of an unwelcome romantic attachment; teacher training experiences; teaching at Pengam; the army.
Cheney, C. R. (Christopher Robert), 1906-1987