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Correspondence between Olympia Press, the Bureau Littéraire D. Clairouin, and Vladimir Nabokov, June 6, 1956 to March 12, 1957 ., June 6, 1956, March 12, 1957

 Item — Box: 3, Folder: 3

Scope and Contents

14 items (3 TLS from Girodias, 9 TL from various parties, 2 statement). Various financial transactions and accountings, as well as discussion of translation rights. Two letters from Girodias to VN (probably copies sent to Clairouin) outlining G.'s position with regard to VN's intention of finding an American publisher for Lolita, particularly in light of the copyright question and possible legal difficulties (11.12.56 & 3.12.57). G. reminds VN that Olympia took an enormous risk in publishing the novel, and that all current interest in Lolita. is due to the important first publication (3.12.57).

Dates

  • June 6, 1956
  • March 12, 1957

Creator

Language of Materials

Collection material in English

Extent

2.5 cubic feet. (2.5 cubic feet.)

Repository Details

Part of the Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections Repository

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