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Question, New York Times Book Review, January 2, 1955. Swenson's poem "Question" -published by Charles Scribner's Sons) is featured on the verso of the front page.

Clipping from magazine for the 10th annual National Book Awards. May Swenson's book "A Cage of Spines" was nominated for the poetry award along with 5 other poets.

Brief review of May Swenson's book "A Cage of Spines" by May Swenson written by Richard Wilbur.

Conrad Aiken to Isabella Gardner, May 9, 1956. Aiken tells Gardner of his positive impressions of the poetry of Smith Oliver. He makes suggestions to get Oliver's work widely read. Aiken also mentions buying a house, but the cost might be too much…

Conrad Aiken to Isabella Gardner, September 10, 1956. Aiken tells Gardner that he mentioned Smith Oliver's work to Cheryl Crawford. He asks Gardner if she is interested in renting his house for the summer for $500 per month. Aiken mentions that…

Conrad Aiken to Isabella Gardner, July 14, 1956. Aiken speaks of helping Gardner and Smith Oliver. Since Gardner is near where Aiken lives, he extends an invitation to get together with Gardner.

Conrad Aiken to Isabella Gardner, October 22, 1956. Aiken would like for Gardner to look up his friends that have recently moved to Chicago (Carroll Bowen & family). He mentioned Bosquet wants to lecture --but in French (so this may be a problem)

Conrad Aiken to Isabella Gardner, November 26, 1958. Aiken updates Gardner on his health issues. He asks Gardner to tell R.H.(a woman) to stop doing something that is upsetting to both Aiken and his wife Mary. He also invites Gardner to D.C. or…

Conrad Aiken to Isabella Gardner, May 7, 1964. Aiken updates Gardner on what is happening in his life, his wife Mary's health, and mentions the health of an "Ole Man". Aiken tells Gardner of the success of Mary's paintings.

Conrad Aiken to Isabella Gardner, August 8, 1957. Aiken sent Gardner a postcard inquiring if she would be in town around the 15th (of August?). He would like for Gardner to call he and his wife.