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Typescript and photocopy of Ambrosia Lake including mining sketches. Photocopy entitled Limpio. Another photocopy with Limpio crossed out and Se Fue written in its place. Typescript copy entitled Paso Por Aqui. Also a pamphlet written by Gallegos and Jim Sayre entitled Carnero, 1981-1982

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 4

Scope and Content

From the Collection: The collection contains a number of New Mexico poet, Robert Gallegos' manuscripts. The manuscripts are draft versions of his published works, Ambrosia Lake, Amador and Carnero. The early drafts of these books appear under different titles. The typescript copy of Amador is entitled Melissa, Malpais and Mines. Similarly, groups of poems that later became Ambrosia Lake appear under the titles Limpio, Paso Por Aqui, and Se Fue. Also included in the collection is a small pamphlet entitled Carnero, written by Gallegos and Jim Sayre. A folder with correspondence between Gallegos and numerous publishers, editors and authors rounds out the collection. All manuscripts are typed and most contain handwritten corrections by Gallegos.

Dates

  • 1981-1982

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English.

Access Restrictions

The collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 1 box (.45 cu.ft.)

Repository Details

Part of the UNM Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections Repository

Contact:
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451