Philip Larkin to Anthony Thwaite, writing from Hull (Typescript letter signed).

Reference No:
U DP181/1/62
Dates:
13 May 1973
Description:
Discusses or refers to the Cholmondeley Award; a lunch at the Dorchester (organised by C. Foyle for the publication of 'The Oxford Book of Twentieth Century English Verse'); 'The Oxford Book of Twentieth Century English Verse' being controversial, with reference to David Jones, Richard Aldington, Elizabeth Daryush and (?Donald) Davie; Sarajevo; John Betjeman and the poet laureateship; and Derek Stanford's book 'John Betjeman: A Study' (though Larkin says it is Derek Patmore). (2pp, plus envelope). Letter is printed in SL480. Signature is written in different coloured inks.
Format:
Archive Item
Extent:
1 item
Language:
Access Conditions:
Access will be granted to any accredited reader
Repository:
Hull University Archives
Collection:
Correspondence between Philip Arthur Larkin and Anthony Thwaite