Abstract

The Hayden Carruth Papers contain correspondence, writings, and various types of personal papers dating from 1897-2009. These materials document Carruth's childhood in Connecticut and New York, his early career in publishing, his work with James Laughlin and New Directions, and his teaching career at Syracuse University. The collection also extensively documents his writing career, primarily as a poet, but also as a critic and essayist.

Abstract The John Engels papers document the life and work of Vermont poet and professor, John Engels, including hundreds of pieces of personal and professional correspondence, often with literary publications and notable figures in 20th century American poetry and literature like Hayden Carruth, David Huddle, Julia Alvarez, John Irving, Sharon Olds, Ted Hughes, and Louise Gluck. The collection also contains Engels’ writing at all stages of production; grant, fellowship, and residency papers;...