Sweeney reading a selection of poems from his book The Kingdom and the Crown, audio recording, 1946 May 29
Scope and Contents
This series includes a 1946 self recorded phonographic disc of Sweeny reading his own poetry; a caricature of Sweeney teaching; a homemade advertisement for It Will Take a Lifetime; an advertising proof for Vatican Impressions; Sweeney’s degree from College of the Holy Cross; and his honorary degree from Boston College.
Dates
- Creation: 1946 May 29
Creator
- From the Collection: Sweeney, Francis, 1916-2002 (Person)
- From the Collection: Appleyard, J. A. (Joseph Albert) (Person)
- From the Collection: Merton, Thomas, 1915-1968 (Person)
Access Note
This audio recording has been digitally copied; all original media was retained, but may not be played due to format. Digital use copies can only be accessed in the Burns Library Reading Room.
Full Extent
12 minutes (audio)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Physical Description
1 phonograph record
Repository Details
Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository
John J. Burns Library
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