- Written by
- Baldwin, James, American, 1924 - 1987
- Received by
- Baldwin, David, American
- Date
- May 15, 1983
- Medium
- ink on paper (fiber product)
- Dimensions
- H x W: 11 11/16 x 8 1/4 in. (29.7 x 21 cm)
- Description
- A handwritten letter from James Baldwin to his brother, David, in which he asks David if he objects to the proposed dedication for his book "The Evidence of Things Not Seen." Baldwin also tells his brother that he has begun the screenplay for "Just Above My Head."
- Transcription Center Status
- Transcribed by digital volunteers
- Classification
- Documents and Manuscripts
- Type
- letters (correspondence)
- Topic
- Communication
- Literature
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of The Baldwin Family
- Object number
- 2011.99.27
- Restrictions & Rights
- © James Baldwin Estate
- Permission required for use. Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.




