The papers contain letters to and from Nadezhin regarding social engagements, manuscript submissions, and requests for performances. The bulk of the correspondence consists of letters from Bryher discussing Nadezhin's work, literature in general, and personal matters. The collection also contains drafts of Nadezhin's articles, poetry, and autobiography, as well as biographical information, concert programs, and photographs.
Description:
Donated by Bryher in 1963. and Nikolai Alexandrovich Nadezhin, also known as Nicholas Nadejine, was a Russian exiled opera singer who also wrote poetry. He became a close associate of Bryher. During World War II he worked for the British government and the Russian Service of the British Broadcasting Corporation.
Subject (Name):
Bryher,--1894- and Nadezhin, Nikolai Alexandrovich,--1885-1959
Subject (Topic):
Authors, Exiled--Great Britain, Poets, Russian--20th century, and Russians--Great Britain