Rainey, George Sanders, 1893-1989

Scope and Contents The majority of the collection consists of typescripts and recordings on cassette tapes of George S. Rainey’s various writings in Indiana, ranging from 1918to 1982. In addition to his longer works, "Open Day" and "They Stood Up," a number of shorter works and essay are included. Much of what Rainey wrote is based on his own experiences and beliefs. “A Garrulous Hillbilly” appears to be autobiographical. The cassettes hold recordings of Rainey reciting chapters from his own work as well as...