Collection ID: LMC 2360
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Summary

Creator:
Wright, Barbara, 1915-2009
Abstract:
The Wright B. mss., ca. 1930-2009, consists of the papers of translator Barbara Wright relating to her English translations of French authors.
Extent:
17 Boxes and 2 folios (oversize)
Language:
Materials are in English and French
Preferred citation:

[Item], Wright, B. mss., Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana

Background

Biographical / Historical:

Barbara Wright (1915-2009) is considered one of the premier English translators of modern French literature. An Englishwoman, born in 1915, Wright studied music in Paris in the years before World War II. She began her career as an art and literary critic before devoting her time to translation. She specialized in "poetic prose" and drama, especially French surrealist and existential writing, but she translated works in several genres including women's literature, historical fiction, and fantasy. In 1986 she was made an officer in l'Ordre des Artes et des Lettres in l'Academie Française.

Scope and Content:

The Wright B. mss., ca. 1930-2009, consists of the papers of translator Barbara Wright relating to her English translations of French authors. The papers include correspondence with individuals and organizations, notebooks with notes for Wright's translations, drafts of translations, scripts of radio programs Wright translated, reviews of works Wright translated, calendar books, writings by Wright, programs, travel journals, and clippings.

Acquisition information:
Acquired; 2003-2005, 2009
Arrangement:

The collection is arranged into the following series: I. Personal; II. Writings, excluding translations; III. Individuals: correspondence and translations; IV. Organizations and publications; V. Radio: scripts and correspondence; VI. Miscellaneous notebooks; VII. Conferences and events; VIII. Collège de 'Pataphysique; IX. Clippings by subject; X. Photographs; XI. Honors and certificates; XII. Miscellaneous

Physical location:
ALF (Auxiliary Library Facility); ALF (Auxiliary Library Facility) - OVFlat

Access

RESTRICTIONS:

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TERMS OF ACCESS:

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PREFERRED CITATION:

[Item], Wright, B. mss., Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana

CAMPUS:
Indiana University Bloomington
LOCATION OF THIS COLLECTION:
1200 East Seventh Street
Bloomington, Indiana 47405-5500, USA
CAMPUS:
Indiana University Bloomington
CONTACT:
(812) 855-2452
liblilly@indiana.edu