Correspondence and documents created by Denis Paul. Denis Paul was an author and philosopher with a strong interest in Wittgenstein. He corresponded with many individuals regarding this interest, notably with the author Iris Murdoch amongst others. The collection contains correspondence to Denis Paul, and documents written by Denis Paul in the course of his life time including philosophy texts; and drafts for books, poems and television programmes.
Denis Paul Archive
This material is held atKingston University Archives and Special Collections
- Reference
- GB 2108 KUAS58
- Dates of Creation
- 1941-11 Apr 2006
- Name of Creator
- Language of Material
- English
- Physical Description
- 23 boxes
Scope and Content
Administrative / Biographical History
Denis Paul was an author and philosopher with a strong interest in the philosopher Wittgenstein, on who he wrote and number of articles and books, and contributed to websites which represented the philosopher's work. Paul was given the job of editing and compiling Wittgenstein's last work after the philosopher's death. He corresponded with many individuals regarding philosophy, including the author Iris Murdoch to whom he wrote for many years, and members of the Tolkien family.
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Custodial History
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