Scope and Contents

In summer 1982, Dr. Sidney P. Albert, Professor Emeritus in the Philosophy Department at CSUF, exhibited his George Bernard Shaw collection in the Pollak Library. In this tape, Dr. Albert briefly discusses Shaw and his Shaw collection.

Scope and Contents note The Dwight Strong Collection of George Bernard Shaw comprises over 225 volumes and seven boxes of materials, offering an in-depth look at Shaw’s literary and personal life. The collection includes rare first editions, typed and handwritten manuscripts, and extensive correspondence that documents Shaw’s interactions with friends, family, and professional associates. Highlights include personal letters, marked proofs, and manuscript drafts, which provide insight into Shaw’s...