Abstract Collection of writings, correspondence, photographs, and other materials of Irish author, Padraic Colum (1881–1972) and his wife, Irish author, Mary Colum (née Maguire, 1884-1957). Padraic Colum was a poet, novelist, dramatist, and playwright and was one of the leading figures of the Irish Literary Revival. During his lifetime, Colum published more than 50 volumes of poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and drama, children’s literature, and folklore. Mary Colum was also a prolific literary...

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The Molly Peacock papers document the personal and professional life of Molly Peacock, author and poet. The majority of the collection documents Peacock's writings, as well as her work as a writer outside the writing and publication of her books. There is also a small amount of personal material in the collection that documents Peacock's childhood, education, friendships, and family.