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Red Roses and Petrol, 1995-2000

4 folders
Collection Creator:
OʼConnor, Joseph, 1963-
Dates:
1995-2000
Located In:
Box 1, Folder 5-8
Extent:
4 folders
Languages:
English
Scope and Contents

Consists of drafts and programs for the stage play, as well as a translation and screenplay by others. There is also one VHS tape labeled "Red Roses and Petrol - Viewing Purposes Only."

Access Restrictions:
The collection is open for research, with the exception of diaries from 2012 and later, which are closed until ten years after the date of creation.
Credit this material:

Red Roses and Petrol; Joseph O'Connor Papers, C1652, Manuscripts Division, Department of Special Collections, Princeton University Library

Storage Note:
ReCAP (rcpxm): Box 1
Special Requirements for Access:

This collection contains digital files, which may require specific software or hardware for access. Refer to our Tips on Accessing Born-Digital Content for information on how to render these file formats.

For preservation reasons, original analog and digital media may not be read or played back in the reading room. Users may visually inspect physical media, but may not remove it from its enclosure. All analog audiovisual media must be digitized to preservation-quality standards prior to use. Patrons may request digital copies of original analog media, but will be responsible for the cost of digital conversion, payable in advance. Turn-around time for such requests will depend on the size and scope of the project. Requests should be directed to Public Services staff.

System Identifier:
/repositories/5/archival_objects/1454680

Collection Overview

Collection Description & Creator Information

Description:

This collection consists of personal papers of the Irish author Joseph O'Connor, largely documenting his career from the 1990s through 2020. The most significant portion of the collection comprises research materials, drafts, proofs, notes, press clippings, publicity, reviews, posters, recordings, and other documentation related to O'Connor's books and plays for radio, screen, and stage, in both paper-based and born-digital formats. There are also literary notebooks and personal diaries, correspondence (predominantly email), business files, photographs, and a small group of writings by others.

Collection History

Archival Appraisal Information:

Printed books were removed from the collection during 2022 processing and transferred to the Rare Book Division or the Library's General Collection; duplicates were discarded. Commercial audiovisual media were also removed and transferred to the Mendel Music Library. No other materials were removed from the collection during 2022 processing beyond routine appraisal practices.

Sponsorship:

Processing of this collection was sponsored by the Delafield fund.

Access & Use

Access Restrictions:

The collection is open for research, with the exception of diaries from 2012 and later, which are closed until ten years after the date of creation.

Conditions for Reproduction and Use:

Single copies may be made for research purposes. No further duplication of copies of material in the collection can be made when Princeton University Library does not own the original. Inquiries regarding publishing material from the collection should be directed to Special Collections Public Services staff through the Ask Us! form. The library has no information on the status of literary rights in the collection and researchers are responsible for determining any questions of copyright.

Special Requirements for Access:

This collection contains digital files, which may require specific software or hardware for access. Refer to our Tips on Accessing Born-Digital Content for information on how to render these file formats.

For preservation reasons, original analog and digital media may not be read or played back in the reading room. Users may visually inspect physical media, but may not remove it from its enclosure. All analog audiovisual media must be digitized to preservation-quality standards prior to use. Patrons may request digital copies of original analog media, but will be responsible for the cost of digital conversion, payable in advance. Turn-around time for such requests will depend on the size and scope of the project. Requests should be directed to Public Services staff.

Credit this material:

Red Roses and Petrol; Joseph O'Connor Papers, C1652, Manuscripts Division, Department of Special Collections, Princeton University Library

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Storage Note:
ReCAP (rcpxm): Box 1

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