Book Reviews Written by Barrett, 1940-1966

The William E. Barrett Papers reflect the development of a successful author during the time of America's involvement and emergence from World War II, and into the 1950s and 1960s. The collection consists of copies of Barrett's published works, original manuscripts and revisions, research materials, and correspondence relating to his writings. The collection spans the years 1926-1975, and also includes material concerning the movie adaptations of his novels. It also includes reviews, and correspondence relating to Barrett's monographs; short stories together with magazines in which they appear; book reviews of other writer's works; general correspondence; printing blocks for book illustrations; books by Barrett in English and other languages; and books written by other authors.