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Victor Canning papers, 1928-1984
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Canning, Victor
- Title
- Victor Canning papers
- Dates
- 1928-1984 (inclusive)Date of CollectionDate of Collection
- Quantity
- cubic ft. (1 box)
- Collection Number
- 11237
- Summary
- This collection contains screen plays, novels, and diaries by VIctor Canning.
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical NoteReturn to Top
Victor Canning was a British novelist and screenplay writer. Many of his novels were adapted for motion pictures.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The Victor Canning papers include screenplays for motion pictures, radio, and television shows. The screenplays include "Hole in the Wall", "Honour Bright", "The Orchid Hunter", "London Fox" and "Stopover in Sotarra." There are also personal diaries (1928-1929, 1931).
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
Restrictions on Use
Copyright InformationThe researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
Preferred Citation
Preferred CitationItem Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Arrangement
Related Materials
Related MaterialsThere are no known other archival collections created by Victor Canning at the date of processing.
Acquisition Information
Acquisition InformationThis material was received from Mrs. Victor Canning, April 4, 1990.
Processing Note
Processing InformationThe collection was processed by Keith Reynolds, September 2008, and revised by D.C. Thompson, December 2008
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
Series I. Scripts by Victor CanningReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Box | ||
| 1 | Hole in the Wall (stage play) |
undated |
| 1 | Honour Bright (stage play) |
undated |
| 1 | London Fox (radio) |
1982 |
| 1 | Loud Sing Cuckoo (radio) |
1981 |
| 1 | Orchid Hunter (television) |
undated |
| 1 | Phoenix Ring |
undated |
| 1 | Return of Uncle Arthur (radio) |
1983 |
| 1 | Stopover in Sotara |
undated |
Series II. Book Manuscripts by Victor CanningReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Box | ||
| 1 | Birds of a Feather |
circa 1984 |
| 1 | Daffodil Day (short story) |
undated |
Series III. Other ScreenplaysReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Box | ||
| 1 | Queen's Pawn, screenplay by Carl Foreman based on novel by Victor Canning |
1974 |
| 1 | Summertime for Charlie, screenplay by John Peacock based on novel Doomsday Carrier by Victor Canning |
1977 |
Series IV. DiariesReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Box | ||
| 1 | Diaries of Victor Canning (3 items) |
1928, 1929, 1931 |
Series V. Books by Victor CanningReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Box | ||
| 1 | Crimson Chalice Trilogy |
1980 |
| 1 | Flight of the Grey Goose |
1973 |
| 1 | Painted Tent |
1974 |
| 1 | Runaways |
1971 |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
Corporate Names
Geographical Names
Form or Genre Terms
Occupations
Titles within the Collection
- Screenwriters
Processed by Keith Reynolds
2008
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