Complete typescript drafts of two novels by K.M. Peyton, 'The Edge of the Cloud' (OUP, 1969) and 'A Pattern of Roses' (OUP, 1972), with some research material relating to 'The Edge of the Cloud', and original artwork by K.M. Peyton for eight of her novels, including unpublished illustrations for 'Thunder in the Sky' (OUP, 1966) and 'Flambards' (OUP, 1967) and published artwork for five other titles.
K.M. Peyton Collection
This material is held atSeven Stories Archive
- Reference
- GB 1840 KP
- Dates of Creation
- 1964-1975
- Name of Creator
- Language of Material
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 archive box + 1 artwork box
Scope and Content
Administrative / Biographical History
Created by K.M. Peyton during the course of her career as a writer.
Arrangement
The collection is arranged as follows:
KP/01 'The Edge of the Cloud'
KP/02 'A Pattern of Roses'
KP/03 Artwork
Access Information
Accessible to all researchers, by appointment only.
Appraisal Information
The collection has been appraised, and all duplicate material removed.
Custodial History
The draft material for 'The Edge of the Cloud' and 'A Pattern of Roses' was donated to Seven Stories by the creator in 2006. The original artwork in the collection was donated in 2009.