ADAMS, LAWRENCE L.
Lawrence L. Adams papers,
circa 1960
Lawrence L. Adams papers, circa 1960
Emory University
Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library
Atlanta, GA 30322
404-727-6887
rose.library@emory.edu
Permanent link: http://pid.emory.edu/ark:/25593/8xwwd
Table of Contents
Descriptive Summary
| Creator: | Adams, Lawrence L. |
|---|---|
| Title: | Lawrence L. Adams papers, circa 1960 |
| Call Number: | Manuscript Collection No. 963 |
| Extent: | .5 linear ft. (1 box) |
| Abstract: | Collection of the writings of African American author, Lawrence L. Adams, from approximately 1960. |
| Language: | Materials entirely in English. |
Administrative Information
Restrictions on access
Unrestricted access.
Terms Governing Use and Reproduction
All requests subject to limitations noted in departmental policies on reproduction.
Source
Purchase, 2003.
Citation
[after identification of item(s)], Lawrence L. Adams papers, Manuscript, Archives and Rare Book Library, Emory University.
Processing
Processed by Elizabeth Russey, June 16, 2005.
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Collection Description
Biographical Note
Lawrence L. Adams was an African American author from Providence, Rhode Island.
Scope and Content Note
The collection contains the papers of Lawrence L. Adams from approximately 1960. The papers include handwritten and typescript drafts of his original plays, dialect poems, and prose. Topics include religion, family and social relationships, and the African American community following emancipation. Several of the manuscripts are incomplete outlines. The collection also includes a photograph of Adams and three letters he wrote to the editors of various Providence, Rhode Island, publications.
Arrangement Note
Arranged by record type.
Selected Search Terms
Topical Terms
- African American authors--20th century.
- African Americans--Religion.
- African Americans--Rhode Island.
- African Americans--Social conditions.
- Dialect poetry, American--20th century.
- American literature--African American authors--20th century.
Form/Genre Terms
Occupation
Container List
| Letters to the editor | ||
| Box | Folder | Content |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | undated |
| 1 | 2 | 1960 |
| 1 | 3 | March 22, 1960 |
| Plays | ||
| 1 | 4 | “The Dominion of Time,” MS |
| 1 | 5 | “The Invisible Person,” MS |
| 1 | 6 | “The Rat,” TS |
| Photograph | ||
| 1 | 7 | Lawrence Adams |
| Poetry | ||
| 1 | 8 | “My Wife,” MS |
| Prose | ||
| 1 | 9 | “Cousin Margaret,” MS |
| 1 | 10 | “Fiddle in de Church,” MS |
| 1 | 11 | “The Heir,” MS |
| 1 | 12 | “The Lack of Common Sense,” MS |
| 1 | 13 | “Mother Nature,” MS |
| 1 | 14 | “The Shepherd An’ His Flock,” MS |
| 1 | 15 | “The Shepherd An’ His Flock,” TS |
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