Alexander, Lloyd, 1924-2007
Dates
- Existence: 1924-01-30 - 2007-05-17
Biographical Information
Lloyd Alexander was an author of books for children and adults. He wrote numerous fantasy novels and inspired the Disney film, The Black Cauldron. His books have won awards such as the Newberry Medal and Newbery Honor.
Citation:
"Lloyd Alexander." Macmillan Publishers. Accessed February 6, 2023. https://us.macmillan.com/author/lloydalexanderFound in 5 Collections and/or Records:
Artifacts, 1971 - 2011
This series inculdes pins, magnets, commemorative coins, artwork, gifts, and other objects May had on display in her office or received throughout her career. One photograph in series six shows some of these items on display in May's office. Of note is an autographed illustration by Lloyd Alexander and Lester Abrams and a hand-painted cel from the Weston Woods Studios production of "Patrick" from 1973.
Correspondence, 1975 - 2018
This series includes personal and professional correspondence with family, friends, former students, and colleagues throughout May's extensive career, arranged alphabetically. Photographs found in correspondence remain within the original correspondece and can be found with some.
Jill P. May papers
Professional Career, 1923 - 2018, bulk: 1975 - 2018
Writing and Research, 1923 - 2012, bulk: 1975 - 2012
This subseries includes publications, manuscripts, research materials, and electronic media from May's extensive career in children's literature. Of note are research materials used for her publications on Lloyd Alexander and Howard Pyle and on Weston Woods Studios and its founder, Morton Schindel. Correspondence related to May's research can be found in series two.
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- Manuscripts (Documents) 3
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- Research (documents) 3
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- VHS 3
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- Greeting cards 2
- Multicultural education 2
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- USB flash drives 2
- Awards 1
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