English literature -- 19th century

Abstract This collection houses correspondence, memorandae of agreement, contracts, legal documents, royalty statements, and other materials documenting the life and work of English author George Meredith. The majority of the collection consists of correspondence between Meredith's son and agent, William M. Meredith, and publishing houses in Britain, the United States, and Germany. Also included are legal papers governing publication of English and translated versions of Meredith's works,...