Notes on "Androcles and the Lion" by G. Bernard Shaw
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 creative process, his humor, and his engagement with social and political issues. These materials illustrate Shaw’s influence on Victorian, Edwardian, and early 20th-century society, capturing his contributions to theater, social activism, and the Fabian Society. The collection offers researchers a valuable resource for studying Shaw’s enduring legacy and the impact of his work on modern drama and social thought.
Dates
- 1885-1983
- Majority of material found within 1885 - 1983
Extent
From the Collection: 231 Volumes
From the Collection: 7 boxes
From the Collection: 1 Files (Flat file drawer)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
General
Notes on "Androcles and the Lion" by G. Bernard Shaw, James Brodie Ltd. Brodie House, Queen Square, Bath, Somerset, England. Undated.
Creator
- From the Collection: Shaw, Bernard (Person)
- From the Collection: Winsten, Stephen, 1893-1991 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the CSUF University Archives & Special Collections Repository
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