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Sweeney reading a selection of poems from his book The Kingdom and the Crown, audio recording, 1946 May 29

 File — Multiple Containers

Scope and Contents

From the Series:

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

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

Contact:
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
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Chestnut Hill MA 02467 USA
617-552-4861