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SWWC. Southwestern Writers Collection

 Record Group
Identifier: SWWC

Found in 72 Collections and/or Records:

Neal Barrett, Jr. Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-004
Abstract

This collection documents the writing career of Neal Barrett, Jr.

Dates: 1941-1992; Majority of material found within 1973-1992

Rick Bass Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-020
Abstract

The Rick Bass papers are comprised of manuscripts, galley proofs, notes, clippings, correspondence, legal papers, photographs and artifacts, 1924 to the present, relating to Bass’ career as a writer.

Dates: 1982-1994, undated

Sarah Bird Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-002
Abstract

The Sarah Bird Papers spans 1985 to 1991 and consist of manuscripts, screenplays, style sheets, and copy editing notes relating to the production of her literary works.

Dates: 1985-1992

Jim Bones Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-018
Abstract

This collection contains material from the early carrer of nature photographer Jim Bones.

Dates: 1965-1988

Cindy Bonner Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-053
Abstract

The Cindy Bonner papers document the writing and editing process of her novels and short stories, including research notes, annotated drafts, proofs, and correspondence, dating from 1983-1999.

Dates: 1983-1999

Charles Bowden Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-112
Abstract

Charles "Chuck" Bowden (1945-2014), literary journalist, was born outside of Chicago and raised in Tucson, Arizona, where he lived until 2009. He passed away in 2014. The papers of Charles Bowden document his prolific career covering topics including nature, political corruption, and the turbulent U.S. ­– Mexico border region.

Dates: 1947 - 2007; Majority of material found within 1970 - 2007

Billy Lee Brammer Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-007
Abstract

The Billy Lee Brammer Papers document his writing career (including The Gay Place and its' unfinished sequel Faustian Days) along with various articles.

Dates: 1946-1993

Gary Cartwright Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-001
Abstract

The Gary Cartwright papers date from 1981 to 2000 and document his writing career.

Dates: 1981-1999, undated

Kay Council Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-043
Abstract

The papers of journalist and folk arts researcher Kay Council.

Dates: 1987-1989

Elizabeth Crook Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-060
Abstract

Research notes, annotated typescripts, correspondence, photographs, and newsclippings make up the Elizabeth Crook papers, and relate mainly to Crook’s novels of historical fiction, Raven’s Bride (1991), and Promised Lands: A Novel of the Texas Rebellion (1994).

Dates: 1984-2000

Dudley Dobie Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-110
Abstract The Dudley Dobie, Sr. collection spans from 1917 to 1980 and documents his life, career, and relationships as an antiquarian bookseller, writer, historian, and educator in Texas.  The bulk of the collection is correspondence between Dudley Dobie, Sr. and colleagues, friends, and family members - including J. Frank Dobie, Ruth Dodson, Henry DuPont, Walter Prescott Webb, and U.S Senator Ralph W. Yarborough.  This collection is also comprised of documents relating to Dudley’s bookselling...
Dates: 1917-1980

J. Frank Dobie Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-019
Abstract The collection is divided into five series: Works, Personal, Bertha McKee Dobie and Edgar Kincaid Papers, Artifacts, and Newspaper Clippings. The series contain drafts of Dobie's posthumous books, research material, drafts of newspaper columns, magazine articles, lectures, transcriptions of radio broadcasts, correspondence, photographs of family and friends, property deeds, income tax records, personal items (pipes, clothes, a favorite chair), wills, and clippings about Dobie as well as...
Dates: 1898-1988; Majority of material found within 1914-1964

Nadine Eckhardt Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-105
Abstract

Correspondence, photographs, personal papers, and other research materials represent the life of Nadine Eckhardt, author of Duchess of Palms. The materials were collected over the life span of Eckhardt, born in 1931, and were used in research for her memoir. The materials are arranged into five series: Personal Papers, Correspondence, Photographs, Printed Materials and Dutches of Palms.

Dates: 1920-2009; Majority of material found within 1944-2009

Dan Flores Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-044
Abstract

This collection includes one typescript of a speech, and copies of two articles published by Dan Flores.

Dates: 1989-1991

Robert Flynn Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-023
Abstract

The collection consist of a script, programs, drafts, notes, photographs, articles, military documents and correspondence and span fom 1950-1971.

Dates: 1950-1971

Ian Frazier Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-041
Abstract

Books, manuscripts, sheet music, galleys, handwritten notes, and photographs in this collection relate primarily to Frazier’s 1983 biographical essay on Texas State alumna Ponce Cruse Evans.

Dates: 1960-1987; Majority of material found in 1980-1987

Albert Goldbarth Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-016
Abstract

Hadnwritten drafts in two spiral bound notebooks of Goldbarth's book of poetry, Different Fleshes, along with several loose sheets and one newspaper clipping dated 1978.

Dates: 1978-1980

Jovita González Mireles Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-033
Abstract

Printed material, correspondence, financial and legal documentation, handwritten notes, books and other published material, photographs, artifacts, and sound recordings document the education, teaching careers, and personal and financial lives of Jovita González Mireles and Edmundo E. Mireles.

Dates: 1921-1993; Majority of material found within 1930-1975

A. C. Greene Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-017
Abstract

Seven folders of works, published materials, photographs, correspondence, cards, and programs highlight the work of A.C. Greene.

Dates: 1967-1969, 1973

R. S. Gwynn Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-046
Abstract

This collection is comprised of annotated typescripts and page mock-ups for Gwynn’s three books of poetry, and one poem written for a wedding ceremony.

Dates: 1976-1994