George Roy Elliott papers, 1964
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Elliott, George Roy, 1883-1963
- Title
- George Roy Elliott papers
- Dates
- 1964 (inclusive)Date of CollectionDate of Collection
- Quantity
- 0.10 cubic ft. (1 box)
- Collection Number
- 02814
- Summary
- George Roy Elliott (1883-1963) was an American author and literary critic, best known for his works on English poetry and prose. This collection contains a bibliography of George Roy Elliott’s written works, and an unpublished manuscript titled “Deity and Teacher: Confession of a College Professor.”
- 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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There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
George Roy Elliott (1883-1963) was an American author and literary critic, best known for his works on English poetry and prose. Born in December 1883 in Ontario, Canada, he moved to the United States in 1910 and later married Alma Lee Wilkins in Wisconsin in 1920. Elliott served as the Henry Leland Chapman Professor of Literature at Bowdoin College in Maine for twelve years, where he influenced students through his exploration of the ideals and spiritual themes in poetry and prose. He published at least thirteen works on topics including teaching, education, Shakespeare, and John Keats, cementing his reputation as a prominent voice in literary criticism. Elliott passed away in October 1963 at the age of 79.
Content Description
This collection contains a bibliography of George Roy Elliott’s written works, and an unpublished manuscript titled “Deity and Teacher: Confession of a College Professor.”
Use of the Collection
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Preferred Citation
Item Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative Information
Return to TopDetailed Description of the Collection
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Description: Bibliography of the writings of George Roy ElliottDates: 1964Container: Box 1
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Description: Manuscript - "Diety and Teacher: Confession of a College Professor" by G.R. ElliottDates: undatedContainer: Box 1
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- College teachers in literature.
- College teachers.
- Education.
- English poetry.
- English prose literature.
Corporate Names
- Bowdoin College.
