Autograph letter signed 1 page from Mona Van Duyn to May Swenson dated November 26, 1980. Letter thanks Swenson for nominating and voting for Van Duyn for a fellowship.
Autograph letter signed 1 page from Mona Van Duyn to May Swenson dated November 25, 1980. Letter discusses Van Duyn's recent fellowship of the Academy of American Poets.
Drafts of Howard Nemerov. Van Duyn describes Nemerov's personality and gives examples of things he said and did. She also gives her impressions of his work.
Drafts of Tribute to Howard Nemerov. In a memorial tribute to Howard Nemerov, Van Duyn describes his personality and dedication to his craft. She also describes his actions prior to his death.
Typescript draft with extensive corrections of "Howard Nemerov 1920-1991" by Mona Van Duyn. Also includes photocopies of published version and an afterword by Albert Lebowitz.
Mona Van Duyn to Isabella Gardner, December 30, 1972. Van Duyn tells Gardner that she hopes that going to California will go better for her. She says that Carolyn Kizer told her that Gardner had fallen and had broken bones. Van Duyn thanks Gardner…
Mona Van Duyn to Isabella Gardner, December 1972. Van Duyn addressed the letter as "Dear Friends"., indicating that the letter was sent to several people. Van Duyn sends a letter updating on her recent travels and activities. She also mentions her…