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Jean Ajalbert Letters

 Collection
Identifier: MS Group 041h

Scope and Content

The collection includes 27 letters and one poem written by Jean Aljabert to Léon Hennique and members of the Hennique family, including Nicolette. The letters date from 1887 to 1939, with the bulk spanning 1887-1917. The poem is dated 1889.

Dates

  • Creation: 1887-1939
  • Creation: Majority of material found within 1887-1917

Creator

Access

The collection is open for research.

Biographical/Historical Note

Jean Ajalbert (1863-1947) was a French poet, journalist, art critic and lawyer. Léon Hennique (1851-1935) was a French novelist and playwright.

Extent

0.02 Linear feet (28 Items)

Language of Materials

French

Abstract

27 letters and one poem from Jean Ajalbert to Léon Hennique.

Physical Location

University of Florida Smathers Library Building

Alternative Format Available

Items in this collection have been digitized and are available online in the UF Digital Collections. Please read the Permissions for Use statement for information on copyright, fair use, and use of UFDC digital objects.

Related Material

The Ajalbert letters are part of the Miscellaneous Papers of French Authors collection at the University of Florida.

Title
A Guide to the Jean Ajalbert Letters
Status
Completed
Author
Finding aid created by Dept. Staff
Date
September 2011
Description rules
Finding Aid Prepared Using Dacs
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Description is written in English.

Repository Details

Part of the Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida Repository

Contact:
George A. Smathers Libraries
PO Box 117005
Gainesville Florida 32611-7005 United States of America
352-273-2755