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Garnett, Edward, 1868-1937

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1868 - 1937

Biography

Edward Garnett (1868–1937), was a publisher's editor for over 50 years. He recognized the literary talents of such authors as Stephen Crane, Robert Frost, Sinclair Lewis and Ernest Hemingway, and was able to get their work published in England. Edward Garnett was also the friend and advisor of such writers as Joseph Conrad, W.H. Hudson, John Galsworthy, D.H. Lawrence, W.H. Davies, and T.E. Lawrence.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Garnett Family Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS164
Abstract

The Garnett Family Papers are comprised of the correspondence, manuscripts, journals and diaries, documents, photographs, albums, and other archival materials concerning the Garnett family which were held by Richard Garnett at Hilton Hall near Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, U.K. until 2008.

Dates: 1784 - 2005; Other: Majority of material found within 1814 - 1981