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Title
A name given to the resource
Robert Francis Collection
Description
An account of the resource
Robert Churchill Francis (1901-1987) moved to Amherst, Massachusetts in 1926 to teach high school English. The teaching job lasted a single year; writing became his life's work. Francis was the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his writing career including the Golden Rose of the New England Poetry Club (1942-43), and fellowships from Breadloaf (1936), the American Academy in Rome (1957-58), and the Academy of American Poets (1984). He is best known for his volumes of poetry and his numerous contributions to journals and magazines. His first book, <em>Stand With Me Here</em>, was published in 1936. The last book to be published during his lifetime was <em>Traveling in Amherst: A Poet's Journal</em> (1986). <br /><br />Four years after Francis's death in 1987, the trustees of his estate transferred his personal archives to The Jones Library. The collection includes letters, typescripts, galley proofs and published works (including signed first editions), anthologies, poems and essays in periodicals, photographs, and audio and video recordings.
Still Image
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Original Format
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Photograph
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Title
A name given to the resource
Robert Francis reads poetry to a group of people on the lawn outside The Jones Library
Subject
The topic of the resource
Francis, Robert, 1901-1987
Amherst (Mass.)
Jones Library
Description
An account of the resource
This group has come together to listen to Robert Francis read poetry on the lawn outside the Jones Library.
Publisher
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Jones Library Special Collections
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1957-08-22
Rights
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Relation
A related resource
From the Robert Francis Collection
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Photographs
Jones Library
Poetry
Robert Francis
Throwback Thursday
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Title
A name given to the resource
Robert Francis Collection
Description
An account of the resource
Robert Churchill Francis (1901-1987) moved to Amherst, Massachusetts in 1926 to teach high school English. The teaching job lasted a single year; writing became his life's work. Francis was the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his writing career including the Golden Rose of the New England Poetry Club (1942-43), and fellowships from Breadloaf (1936), the American Academy in Rome (1957-58), and the Academy of American Poets (1984). He is best known for his volumes of poetry and his numerous contributions to journals and magazines. His first book, <em>Stand With Me Here</em>, was published in 1936. The last book to be published during his lifetime was <em>Traveling in Amherst: A Poet's Journal</em> (1986). <br /><br />Four years after Francis's death in 1987, the trustees of his estate transferred his personal archives to The Jones Library. The collection includes letters, typescripts, galley proofs and published works (including signed first editions), anthologies, poems and essays in periodicals, photographs, and audio and video recordings.
Document
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Title
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Kansas University Pop Ensemble recital program, April 10, 1973
Description
An account of the resource
The Kansas University Pop Ensemble program includes the Robert Francis poem, "Summons," set to music composed by Mike Huebner. Wendy Walton was the soloist during the performance.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1973-04-10
Rights
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Relation
A related resource
from the Robert Francis Collection
Language
A language of the resource
English
Subject
The topic of the resource
Francis, Robert, 1901-1987
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Ephemera
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Title
A name given to the resource
Robert Francis Collection
Description
An account of the resource
Robert Churchill Francis (1901-1987) moved to Amherst, Massachusetts in 1926 to teach high school English. The teaching job lasted a single year; writing became his life's work. Francis was the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his writing career including the Golden Rose of the New England Poetry Club (1942-43), and fellowships from Breadloaf (1936), the American Academy in Rome (1957-58), and the Academy of American Poets (1984). He is best known for his volumes of poetry and his numerous contributions to journals and magazines. His first book, <em>Stand With Me Here</em>, was published in 1936. The last book to be published during his lifetime was <em>Traveling in Amherst: A Poet's Journal</em> (1986). <br /><br />Four years after Francis's death in 1987, the trustees of his estate transferred his personal archives to The Jones Library. The collection includes letters, typescripts, galley proofs and published works (including signed first editions), anthologies, poems and essays in periodicals, photographs, and audio and video recordings.
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Title
A name given to the resource
"Library Resumes Poetry Readings After 15-Year Lapse" newspaper clipping
Subject
The topic of the resource
Francis, Robert, 1901-1987
Jones Library
Amherst (Mass.)
Description
An account of the resource
A newspaper clipping describes a poetry reading by Robert Francis to take place on September 11 at the Jones Library. The reading was jointly sponsored by The Jones Library and the University of Massachusetts Press in celebration of the poet's new book, <em>Collected Poems 1936-1976</em>.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
circa 1976
Rights
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Relation
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From the Robert Francis Collection
Language
A language of the resource
English
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Newspapers
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Width
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Height
800
Bit Depth
8
Channels
3
IPTC Array
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Title
A name given to the resource
Robert Francis Collection
Description
An account of the resource
Robert Churchill Francis (1901-1987) moved to Amherst, Massachusetts in 1926 to teach high school English. The teaching job lasted a single year; writing became his life's work. Francis was the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his writing career including the Golden Rose of the New England Poetry Club (1942-43), and fellowships from Breadloaf (1936), the American Academy in Rome (1957-58), and the Academy of American Poets (1984). He is best known for his volumes of poetry and his numerous contributions to journals and magazines. His first book, <em>Stand With Me Here</em>, was published in 1936. The last book to be published during his lifetime was <em>Traveling in Amherst: A Poet's Journal</em> (1986). <br /><br />Four years after Francis's death in 1987, the trustees of his estate transferred his personal archives to The Jones Library. The collection includes letters, typescripts, galley proofs and published works (including signed first editions), anthologies, poems and essays in periodicals, photographs, and audio and video recordings.
Still Image
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Original Format
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Photograph
Physical Dimensions
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4 x 5 in.
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Title
A name given to the resource
Young Robert Francis in suit and tie
Subject
The topic of the resource
Poets, American
Description
An account of the resource
Upper body shot of Robert Francis in a suit and tie, wearing glasses, and with his arms behind his head.
Publisher
An entity responsible for making the resource available
Jones Library Special Collections
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1938-06-09
Rights
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Format
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image/jpg
Language
A language of the resource
English
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
Folder: Francis, Robert -- Photographs
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Photographs
1930s
Muses
Robert Francis
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Title
A name given to the resource
Robert Francis Collection
Description
An account of the resource
Robert Churchill Francis (1901-1987) moved to Amherst, Massachusetts in 1926 to teach high school English. The teaching job lasted a single year; writing became his life's work. Francis was the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his writing career including the Golden Rose of the New England Poetry Club (1942-43), and fellowships from Breadloaf (1936), the American Academy in Rome (1957-58), and the Academy of American Poets (1984). He is best known for his volumes of poetry and his numerous contributions to journals and magazines. His first book, <em>Stand With Me Here</em>, was published in 1936. The last book to be published during his lifetime was <em>Traveling in Amherst: A Poet's Journal</em> (1986). <br /><br />Four years after Francis's death in 1987, the trustees of his estate transferred his personal archives to The Jones Library. The collection includes letters, typescripts, galley proofs and published works (including signed first editions), anthologies, poems and essays in periodicals, photographs, and audio and video recordings.
Moving Image
A series of visual representations that, when shown in succession, impart an impression of motion.
Original Format
If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data
1/2 inch EIAJ-1 tape
Duration
Length of time involved (seconds, minutes, hours, days, class periods, etc.)
2 minutes 14 seconds
Compression
Type/rate of compression for moving image file (i.e. MPEG-4)
MPEG-4
Producer
Name (or names) of the person who produced the video.
Union Video Center at the University of Massachusetts Amherst
Director
Name (or names) of the person who produced the video.
Filmed by Fain Gildea and David Skillicorn
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Title
A name given to the resource
Robert Francis on his poem, Two Women
Subject
The topic of the resource
Francis, Robert, 1901-1987
Amherst (Mass.)
American poetry
Description
An account of the resource
Amherst poet Robert Francis reads his poem, Two Women, and then discusses the different ways the last line could be read.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Skillicorn, David
Publisher
An entity responsible for making the resource available
Jones Library Special Collections
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1979
Rights
Information about rights held in and over the resource
This digital file may be used for educational uses, as long as it is not altered in any way. Prior written permission is required for any other use of the digital files from the Jones Library.
Relation
A related resource
from the Robert Francis Collection
Language
A language of the resource
English
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Motion pictures
1970s
Poetry
Robert Francis
Video
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Title
A name given to the resource
Robert Francis visits The Jones Library
Subject
The topic of the resource
Francis, Robert, 1901-1987;
Jones Library;
Amherst (Mass.)
Description
An account of the resource
Compiled video from the raw footage taken during the filming of the 1979 documentary "Robert Francis Through the Looking Glass" shows poet Robert Francis walking into The Jones Library, reading a newspaper, selecting a book, and visiting the Robert Frost Room. There is no sound in the video.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Union Video Center at the University of Massachusetts Amherst; Fain Gildea (writer/producer), David Skillicorn (videographer)
Publisher
An entity responsible for making the resource available
Jones Library Special Collections
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1979
Rights
Information about rights held in and over the resource
This digital file may be used for educational uses, as long as it is not altered in any way. Prior written permission is required for any other use of the digital images from the Jones Library.
Relation
A related resource
From the Robert Francis Collection
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Title
A name given to the resource
Robert Francis Collection
Description
An account of the resource
Robert Churchill Francis (1901-1987) moved to Amherst, Massachusetts in 1926 to teach high school English. The teaching job lasted a single year; writing became his life's work. Francis was the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his writing career including the Golden Rose of the New England Poetry Club (1942-43), and fellowships from Breadloaf (1936), the American Academy in Rome (1957-58), and the Academy of American Poets (1984). He is best known for his volumes of poetry and his numerous contributions to journals and magazines. His first book, <em>Stand With Me Here</em>, was published in 1936. The last book to be published during his lifetime was <em>Traveling in Amherst: A Poet's Journal</em> (1986). <br /><br />Four years after Francis's death in 1987, the trustees of his estate transferred his personal archives to The Jones Library. The collection includes letters, typescripts, galley proofs and published works (including signed first editions), anthologies, poems and essays in periodicals, photographs, and audio and video recordings.
Moving Image
A series of visual representations that, when shown in succession, impart an impression of motion.
Original Format
If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data
1/2 inch EIAJ-1 tape
Duration
Length of time involved (seconds, minutes, hours, days, class periods, etc.)
3 minutes, 50 seconds
Director
Name (or names) of the person who produced the video.
Filmed by Fain Gildea and David Skillicorn
Producer
Name (or names) of the person who produced the video.
Union Video Center at the University of Massachusetts Amherst
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Title
A name given to the resource
Robert Francis visits The Jones Library
Subject
The topic of the resource
Francis, Robert, 1901-1987
Jones Library
Amherst (Mass.)
Description
An account of the resource
Compiled video clips from the raw footage taken during the filming of the 1979 documentary "Robert Francis Through the Looking Glass" shows Robert Francis walking into The Jones Library, reading a newspaper, selecting a book, and visiting the Robert Frost Room. There is no sound in the video.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Skillicorn, David
Publisher
An entity responsible for making the resource available
Jones Library Special Collections
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1979
Rights
Information about rights held in and over the resource
This digital file may be used for educational uses, as long as it is not altered in any way. Prior written permission is required for any other use of the digital files from the Jones Library.
Relation
A related resource
From the Robert Francis Collection
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Motion pictures
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Title
A name given to the resource
Robert Francis Collection
Description
An account of the resource
Robert Churchill Francis (1901-1987) moved to Amherst, Massachusetts in 1926 to teach high school English. The teaching job lasted a single year; writing became his life's work. Francis was the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his writing career including the Golden Rose of the New England Poetry Club (1942-43), and fellowships from Breadloaf (1936), the American Academy in Rome (1957-58), and the Academy of American Poets (1984). He is best known for his volumes of poetry and his numerous contributions to journals and magazines. His first book, <em>Stand With Me Here</em>, was published in 1936. The last book to be published during his lifetime was <em>Traveling in Amherst: A Poet's Journal</em> (1986). <br /><br />Four years after Francis's death in 1987, the trustees of his estate transferred his personal archives to The Jones Library. The collection includes letters, typescripts, galley proofs and published works (including signed first editions), anthologies, poems and essays in periodicals, photographs, and audio and video recordings.
Document
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Title
A name given to the resource
Letter to Robert Francis from Lloyd J. Reynolds, August 12, 1968
Subject
The topic of the resource
Francis, Robert, 1901-1987
Description
An account of the resource
A letter to Robert Francis from Lloyd J. Reynolds,Professor of Art at Reed College in Portland, Oregon, asking permission to use Francis' poem, "Watching Gymnasts," as part of the sixth National Italic Handwriting Competition.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Reynolds, Lloyd J.
Publisher
An entity responsible for making the resource available
Jones Library Special Collections
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1968-08-12
Rights
Information about rights held in and over the resource
This digital file may be used for educational uses, as long as it is not altered in any way. Prior written permission is required for any other use of the digital files from the Jones Library.
Relation
A related resource
from the Robert Francis Collection
Language
A language of the resource
English
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Correspondence
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Title
A name given to the resource
Robert Francis Collection
Description
An account of the resource
Robert Churchill Francis (1901-1987) moved to Amherst, Massachusetts in 1926 to teach high school English. The teaching job lasted a single year; writing became his life's work. Francis was the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his writing career including the Golden Rose of the New England Poetry Club (1942-43), and fellowships from Breadloaf (1936), the American Academy in Rome (1957-58), and the Academy of American Poets (1984). He is best known for his volumes of poetry and his numerous contributions to journals and magazines. His first book, <em>Stand With Me Here</em>, was published in 1936. The last book to be published during his lifetime was <em>Traveling in Amherst: A Poet's Journal</em> (1986). <br /><br />Four years after Francis's death in 1987, the trustees of his estate transferred his personal archives to The Jones Library. The collection includes letters, typescripts, galley proofs and published works (including signed first editions), anthologies, poems and essays in periodicals, photographs, and audio and video recordings.
Document
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Title
A name given to the resource
Letter from Frank Prentice Rand to Robert Francis, September 17, 1957
Subject
The topic of the resource
Francis, Robert, 1901-1987
Rand, Frank Prentice, 1889-1971
Description
An account of the resource
Letter from the Rands (signed F.P.R. for Frank Prentice Rand) to Robert Francis sending Francis their best wishes before he travels to Italy.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Rand, Frank Prentice, 1889-1971
Publisher
An entity responsible for making the resource available
Jones Library Special Collections
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1957-09-17
Rights
Information about rights held in and over the resource
This digital file may be used for educational uses, as long as it is not altered in any way. Prior written permission is required for any other use of the digital files from the Jones Library.
Relation
A related resource
from the Robert Francis Collection
Language
A language of the resource
English
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Correspondence
1950s
Letters
mail
Robert Francis
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Title
A name given to the resource
Robert Francis Collection
Description
An account of the resource
Robert Churchill Francis (1901-1987) moved to Amherst, Massachusetts in 1926 to teach high school English. The teaching job lasted a single year; writing became his life's work. Francis was the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his writing career including the Golden Rose of the New England Poetry Club (1942-43), and fellowships from Breadloaf (1936), the American Academy in Rome (1957-58), and the Academy of American Poets (1984). He is best known for his volumes of poetry and his numerous contributions to journals and magazines. His first book, <em>Stand With Me Here</em>, was published in 1936. The last book to be published during his lifetime was <em>Traveling in Amherst: A Poet's Journal</em> (1986). <br /><br />Four years after Francis's death in 1987, the trustees of his estate transferred his personal archives to The Jones Library. The collection includes letters, typescripts, galley proofs and published works (including signed first editions), anthologies, poems and essays in periodicals, photographs, and audio and video recordings.
Document
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Title
A name given to the resource
Winning entry from Sixth National Italic Handwriting Competition, 1968
Description
An account of the resource
The winning entry from the Sixth National Italic Handwriting Competition features "Watching Gymnasts," a poem by Robert Francis. Wendy Larson of Portland, Oregon won first prize.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Larson, Wendy
Publisher
An entity responsible for making the resource available
Jones Library Special Collections
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1968
Rights
Information about rights held in and over the resource
This digital file may be used for educational uses, as long as it is not altered in any way. Prior written permission is required for any other use of the digital files from the Jones Library.
Relation
A related resource
from the Robert Francis Collection
Language
A language of the resource
English
Subject
The topic of the resource
Francis, Robert, 1901-1987
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Manuscripts
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Title
A name given to the resource
Robert Francis Collection
Description
An account of the resource
Robert Churchill Francis (1901-1987) moved to Amherst, Massachusetts in 1926 to teach high school English. The teaching job lasted a single year; writing became his life's work. Francis was the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his writing career including the Golden Rose of the New England Poetry Club (1942-43), and fellowships from Breadloaf (1936), the American Academy in Rome (1957-58), and the Academy of American Poets (1984). He is best known for his volumes of poetry and his numerous contributions to journals and magazines. His first book, <em>Stand With Me Here</em>, was published in 1936. The last book to be published during his lifetime was <em>Traveling in Amherst: A Poet's Journal</em> (1986). <br /><br />Four years after Francis's death in 1987, the trustees of his estate transferred his personal archives to The Jones Library. The collection includes letters, typescripts, galley proofs and published works (including signed first editions), anthologies, poems and essays in periodicals, photographs, and audio and video recordings.
Still Image
A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials.
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Title
A name given to the resource
Robert Francis in hat
Subject
The topic of the resource
Francis, Robert, 1901-1987
Amherst (Mass.)
Description
An account of the resource
Photograph of poet Robert Francis in a suit and jacket, wearing a tie
Publisher
An entity responsible for making the resource available
Jones Library Special Collections
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1965-11
Rights
Information about rights held in and over the resource
This digital file may be used for educational uses, as long as it is not altered in any way. Prior written permission is required for any other use of the digital files from the Jones Library.
Relation
A related resource
from the Robert Francis Collection
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Kosarick, Everett A.
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Photographs
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Title
A name given to the resource
Robert Francis Collection
Description
An account of the resource
Robert Churchill Francis (1901-1987) moved to Amherst, Massachusetts in 1926 to teach high school English. The teaching job lasted a single year; writing became his life's work. Francis was the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his writing career including the Golden Rose of the New England Poetry Club (1942-43), and fellowships from Breadloaf (1936), the American Academy in Rome (1957-58), and the Academy of American Poets (1984). He is best known for his volumes of poetry and his numerous contributions to journals and magazines. His first book, <em>Stand With Me Here</em>, was published in 1936. The last book to be published during his lifetime was <em>Traveling in Amherst: A Poet's Journal</em> (1986). <br /><br />Four years after Francis's death in 1987, the trustees of his estate transferred his personal archives to The Jones Library. The collection includes letters, typescripts, galley proofs and published works (including signed first editions), anthologies, poems and essays in periodicals, photographs, and audio and video recordings.
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Title
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Jones Library bookmark featuring Robert Francis' poem, "Balance"
Subject
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Francis, Robert, 1901-1987
Jones Library
Amherst (Mass.)
Description
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The bookmark from The Jones Library features the library's hours, including the hours for the Special Collections department, as well as a poem, "Balance," by Robert Francis.
Creator
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Jones Library
Publisher
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Jones Library Special Collections
Date
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circa 1960s
Rights
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This digital file may be used for educational uses, as long as it is not altered in any way. Prior written permission is required for any other use of the digital files from the Jones Library.
Relation
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From the Robert Francis Collection
Language
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English
Type
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Ephemera
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Title
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Robert Francis Collection
Description
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Robert Churchill Francis (1901-1987) moved to Amherst, Massachusetts in 1926 to teach high school English. The teaching job lasted a single year; writing became his life's work. Francis was the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his writing career including the Golden Rose of the New England Poetry Club (1942-43), and fellowships from Breadloaf (1936), the American Academy in Rome (1957-58), and the Academy of American Poets (1984). He is best known for his volumes of poetry and his numerous contributions to journals and magazines. His first book, <em>Stand With Me Here</em>, was published in 1936. The last book to be published during his lifetime was <em>Traveling in Amherst: A Poet's Journal</em> (1986). <br /><br />Four years after Francis's death in 1987, the trustees of his estate transferred his personal archives to The Jones Library. The collection includes letters, typescripts, galley proofs and published works (including signed first editions), anthologies, poems and essays in periodicals, photographs, and audio and video recordings.
Document
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"A Celebration in Honor of the 85th Birthday of Poet Robert Francis" press release
Subject
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Francis, Robert, 1901-1987
Amherst (Mass.)
Description
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The press release describes the event for Robert Francis at The Jones Library on August 12, 1986 celebrating the poet's 85th birthday. Richard Wilbur, Henry Lyman, Joseph Langland, and Andrew Salkey were among those scheduled to read the poems of Francis at the event.
Creator
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Jones Library
Publisher
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Jones Library Special Collections
Date
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1986-08-12
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Relation
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From the Robert Francis Collection
Language
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English
Type
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Manuscripts
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Title
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Robert Francis Collection
Description
An account of the resource
Robert Churchill Francis (1901-1987) moved to Amherst, Massachusetts in 1926 to teach high school English. The teaching job lasted a single year; writing became his life's work. Francis was the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his writing career including the Golden Rose of the New England Poetry Club (1942-43), and fellowships from Breadloaf (1936), the American Academy in Rome (1957-58), and the Academy of American Poets (1984). He is best known for his volumes of poetry and his numerous contributions to journals and magazines. His first book, <em>Stand With Me Here</em>, was published in 1936. The last book to be published during his lifetime was <em>Traveling in Amherst: A Poet's Journal</em> (1986). <br /><br />Four years after Francis's death in 1987, the trustees of his estate transferred his personal archives to The Jones Library. The collection includes letters, typescripts, galley proofs and published works (including signed first editions), anthologies, poems and essays in periodicals, photographs, and audio and video recordings.
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1/2 inch EIAJ-1 tape
Duration
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2 minutes 4 seconds
Compression
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MPEG-4
Producer
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Union Video Center at the University of Massachusetts Amherst
Director
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Filmed by Fain Gildea and David Skillicorn
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Title
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Robert Francis discusses his admiration for Robert Frost
Subject
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Francis, Robert, 1901-1987
Amherst (Mass.)
American poetry
Frost, Robert, 1874-1963
Description
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Amherst poet Robert Francis discusses his admiration for Robert Frost and how he is different from his friend.
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Gildea, Fain (writer/producer), Skillicorn, David (videographer)
Publisher
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Jones Library Special Collections
Date
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1979
Rights
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Relation
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from the Robert Francis Collection
Language
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English
Type
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Motion pictures
Robert Francis
Robert Frost
Video
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Title
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Robert Francis Collection
Description
An account of the resource
Robert Churchill Francis (1901-1987) moved to Amherst, Massachusetts in 1926 to teach high school English. The teaching job lasted a single year; writing became his life's work. Francis was the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his writing career including the Golden Rose of the New England Poetry Club (1942-43), and fellowships from Breadloaf (1936), the American Academy in Rome (1957-58), and the Academy of American Poets (1984). He is best known for his volumes of poetry and his numerous contributions to journals and magazines. His first book, <em>Stand With Me Here</em>, was published in 1936. The last book to be published during his lifetime was <em>Traveling in Amherst: A Poet's Journal</em> (1986). <br /><br />Four years after Francis's death in 1987, the trustees of his estate transferred his personal archives to The Jones Library. The collection includes letters, typescripts, galley proofs and published works (including signed first editions), anthologies, poems and essays in periodicals, photographs, and audio and video recordings.
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Title
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Hillside in Lebanon
Subject
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Lebanon
Description
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Photograph of a hillside in Lebanon (possibly Beirut) taken by Robert Francis. Scene shows many buildings and mountains in the background, but no people are visible.
Creator
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Francis, Robert, 1901-1987
Publisher
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Jones Library Special Collections
Date
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circa 1925
Rights
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This digital file may be used for educational uses, as long as it is not altered in any way. Prior written permission is required for any other use of the digital files from the Jones Library.
Relation
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from the Robert Francis Collection
Type
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Photographs
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Title
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Robert Francis Collection
Description
An account of the resource
Robert Churchill Francis (1901-1987) moved to Amherst, Massachusetts in 1926 to teach high school English. The teaching job lasted a single year; writing became his life's work. Francis was the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his writing career including the Golden Rose of the New England Poetry Club (1942-43), and fellowships from Breadloaf (1936), the American Academy in Rome (1957-58), and the Academy of American Poets (1984). He is best known for his volumes of poetry and his numerous contributions to journals and magazines. His first book, <em>Stand With Me Here</em>, was published in 1936. The last book to be published during his lifetime was <em>Traveling in Amherst: A Poet's Journal</em> (1986). <br /><br />Four years after Francis's death in 1987, the trustees of his estate transferred his personal archives to The Jones Library. The collection includes letters, typescripts, galley proofs and published works (including signed first editions), anthologies, poems and essays in periodicals, photographs, and audio and video recordings.
Still Image
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Pigeons' Rock, Raouché, Beirut
Subject
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Beirut (Lebanon)
Description
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Photograph of Pigeons' Rock (also known as the Rock of Raouché) taken by Robert Francis while he was in Lebanon teaching for a year.
Creator
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Francis, Robert, 1901-1987
Publisher
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Jones Library Special Collections
Date
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circa 1925
Rights
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This digital file may be used for educational uses, as long as it is not altered in any way. Prior written permission is required for any other use of the digital files from the Jones Library.
Relation
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from the Robert Francis Collection
Type
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Photographs