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DOI: 10.5287/bodleiand1yv.1
title: War Diary: Tuesday March 2nd.

description: Describes Logic class / letter from mother discussing fears of both Mr. and Mrs. Brittain about Edward Brittain's imminent departure for France / Vera Brittain's expectation of his death and Roland Leighton's survival / her performance in a lacrosse match / difficulties with work.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiand8yi.2
title: Scene in Red Cross marquee. Impersonal medical treatment; amputation of leg, and being fitted with artificial limb.

description: British NCO served with 9th Bn Royal Fusiliers in GB and on Western Front, 1914-1916
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandduk.2
title: In Parenthesis broadcast script, 1946

description: David Jones' copy of the broadcast script (Typescript) of 'In Parenthesis' (Part VII) written and produced by Douglas Cleverdon, transmitted on 19th and 20th November 1946 by the BBC Third Programme. (Part VII of 'In Parenthesis' is about the attack on Mametz Wood during the Battle of the Somme, July 1916). 'In Parenthesis' was adapted for the wireless (radio) by Douglas Cleverdon and was scheduled to be broadcast on Armistice Day 1939, but all schedules were cancelled after the outbreak of the Second World War. A shortened version was rehearsed in 1942 but this too was cancelled. In this 1946 broadcast the introduction was written and was pre-recorded by David Jones, and the cast included actors like Richard Burton and Dylan Thomas. The first radio performance of 'In Parenthesis' made a profound effect on many of those listening.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandh4y.2
title: Letter: To Edward Marsh

description: Describes having sent on a copy of his book of poems / possibility of some of it being lost / letters of praise from Robert Trevelyan and Gordon Bottomly / having gone straight up to the trenches upon arrival at the front / will describe trenches later / sketch of Isaac Rosenberg in a dugout / asks Edward Marsh to write when he has the time despite being busy.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandndn.2
title: Deceptive nature of newspaper reports. Civilian morale.

description: British NCO served with 9th Bn Royal Fusiliers in GB and on Western Front, 1914-1916
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandp8i.2
title: The Hydra: July 1918

description: Note on the hospital chapel by R. B. Winser, C. of E. / poem entitled 'Some Thoughts' by Margie Callandar Rule.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandqvw.1
title: The Swift

description: Drafted at Dunsden in early summer 1912. Revised at Bordeaux in June-August 1915 and again in August 1917 at Craiglockhart. This draft is dated '1912'. This is no. 89 in ed. 'The Complete Poems and Fragments'.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandt1u.2
title: In Parenthesis broadcast script, 1946

description: David Jones' copy of the broadcast script (Typescript) of 'In Parenthesis' (Part VII) written and produced by Douglas Cleverdon, transmitted on 19th and 20th November 1946 by the BBC Third Programme. (Part VII of 'In Parenthesis' is about the attack on Mametz Wood during the Battle of the Somme, July 1916). 'In Parenthesis' was adapted for the wireless (radio) by Douglas Cleverdon and was scheduled to be broadcast on Armistice Day 1939, but all schedules were cancelled after the outbreak of the Second World War. A shortened version was rehearsed in 1942 but this too was cancelled. In this 1946 broadcast the introduction was written and was pre-recorded by David Jones, and the cast included actors like Richard Burton and Dylan Thomas. The first radio performance of 'In Parenthesis' made a profound effect on many of those listening.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandwf9.2
title: Letter: To Edward Marsh

description: Describes having sent on a copy of his book of poems / possibility of some of it being lost / letters of praise from Robert Trevelyan and Gordon Bottomly / having gone straight up to the trenches upon arrival at the front / will describe trenches later / sketch of Isaac Rosenberg in a dugout / asks Edward Marsh to write when he has the time despite being busy.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianh46.2
title: The Hydra: July 1918

description: Concludes 'An Open Letter to Sonia Worst' by 'Seventy-Seven' / poem entitled 'Neit Akrit' by 'L. D.'.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianj2ur.2
title: In Parenthesis broadcast script, 1946

description: David Jones' copy of the broadcast script (Typescript) of 'In Parenthesis' (Part VII) written and produced by Douglas Cleverdon, transmitted on 19th and 20th November 1946 by the BBC Third Programme. (Part VII of 'In Parenthesis' is about the attack on Mametz Wood during the Battle of the Somme, July 1916). 'In Parenthesis' was adapted for the wireless (radio) by Douglas Cleverdon and was scheduled to be broadcast on Armistice Day 1939, but all schedules were cancelled after the outbreak of the Second World War. A shortened version was rehearsed in 1942 but this too was cancelled. In this 1946 broadcast the introduction was written and was pre-recorded by David Jones, and the cast included actors like Richard Burton and Dylan Thomas. The first radio performance of 'In Parenthesis' made a profound effect on many of those listening.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianj71a.2
title: In Parenthesis broadcast script, 1946

description: David Jones' copy of the broadcast script (Typescript) of 'In Parenthesis' (Part VII) written and produced by Douglas Cleverdon, transmitted on 19th and 20th November 1946 by the BBC Third Programme. (Part VII of 'In Parenthesis' is about the attack on Mametz Wood during the Battle of the Somme, July 1916). 'In Parenthesis' was adapted for the wireless (radio) by Douglas Cleverdon and was scheduled to be broadcast on Armistice Day 1939, but all schedules were cancelled after the outbreak of the Second World War. A shortened version was rehearsed in 1942 but this too was cancelled. In this 1946 broadcast the introduction was written and was pre-recorded by David Jones, and the cast included actors like Richard Burton and Dylan Thomas. The first radio performance of 'In Parenthesis' made a profound effect on many of those listening.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianjbvv.1
title: Lines to a Beauty seen in Limehouse

description: Probably written at Craiglockhart. This is no. 87 in ed. 'The Complete Poems and Fragments'.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianjdfy.2
title: The Hydra: July 1918

description: Concludes discussion of the lawn-tennis / reports on 'Engineering Classes' / Arts and Crafts Club.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianjjy9.2
title: Soldiers' morale after Somme offensive.

description: British NCO served with 9th Bn Royal Fusiliers in GB and on Western Front, 1914-1916
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianjt89.2
title: The Hydra: July 1918

description: Contains notes for the Officers' Club of the Criaglockhart War Hospital / railway time tables / notes from the Field Club.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianjvdp.2
title: Condition of trenches on the Somme. Devastation of the battlefield.

description: British NCO served with 9th Bn Royal Fusiliers in GB and on Western Front, 1914-1916
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianjydz.2
title: Phantasm

description: Manuscript of an unpublished poem in ink in Edmund Blunden's hand. Various drafts of the poem exist. This is a clean draft without corrections.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianjyyt.1
title: War Diary: Saturday March 20th.

description: Describes reactions to casualty lists at Neuve Chapelle / the departure of the 6th Sherwood Foresters / concern for Roland Leighton / her resolve to carry on her intellectual pursuits / reaction to having passed an examination.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianln8.2
title: Letter: To Edward Marsh

description: Describes photograph of himself / likely to be sent to the front in the spring.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianmxz.1
title: War Diary: Thursday April 15th.

description: Discusses a letter containing Roland Leighton's description of his embarkation and first weeks in France / discussions with the dentist over Edward Brittain's prospects in the army and the likely end-date of the war / mistakes at Neuve Chapelle / Vera Brittain's concerns for Roland Leighton / changes in their relationship since his departure for France.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiannhr.2
title: Letter: To Edward Marsh

description: Describes having fallen and cut his hands / convalescing in hospital / sketching and painting fellow 'invalids' / explains 'fib' about having enlisted only for home duty when in reality he has enlisted for full duty / has left poems and a short play with a friend to forward on to the poet Lascelles Abercrombie or to Marsh / prefers poetry to painting / asks for a box of chocolates.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianusq.1
title: Music
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianv6p.1
title: The Swift

description: Drafted at Dunsden in early summer 1912. Revised at Bordeaux in June-August 1915 and again in August 1917 at Craiglockhart. This draft is dated '1912'. This is no. 89 in ed. 'The Complete Poems and Fragments'.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianwf5.2
title: The Hydra: July 1918

description: Concludes report on the Agriculture, Gardening and Poultry-raising Club by 'R. B. W.' / results of the lawn-tennis.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianyx5.2
title: Importance of trench experience for survival; deceptive peacefulness of trench warfare for new soldiers.

description: British civilian worked at Woolwich Arsenal, London, GB, 1916-1917; NCO served as battalion gas instructor with 23rd Bn Middlesex Regt on Western Front, 1918
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianzcu.2
title: Waiting on the 30th June 1916. Describes air battles by German and Allied planes.

description: British NCO served with 9th Bn Royal Fusiliers in GB and on Western Front, 1914-1916
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianzj6.2
title: In Parenthesis broadcast script, 1946

description: David Jones' copy of the broadcast script (Typescript) of 'In Parenthesis' (Part VII) written and produced by Douglas Cleverdon, transmitted on 19th and 20th November 1946 by the BBC Third Programme. (Part VII of 'In Parenthesis' is about the attack on Mametz Wood during the Battle of the Somme, July 1916). 'In Parenthesis' was adapted for the wireless (radio) by Douglas Cleverdon and was scheduled to be broadcast on Armistice Day 1939, but all schedules were cancelled after the outbreak of the Second World War. A shortened version was rehearsed in 1942 but this too was cancelled. In this 1946 broadcast the introduction was written and was pre-recorded by David Jones, and the cast included actors like Richard Burton and Dylan Thomas. The first radio performance of 'In Parenthesis' made a profound effect on many of those listening.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian215c.2
title: In Parenthesis broadcast script, 1946

description: David Jones' copy of his introduction (Typescript) to the broadcast of 'In Parenthesis' (Part VII) written and produced by Douglas Cleverdon, transmitted on 19th and 20th November 1946 by the BBC Third Programme. 'In Parenthesis' was adapted for the wireless (radio) by Douglas Cleverdon and was scheduled to be broadcast on Armistice Day 1939, but all schedules were cancelled after the outbreak of the Second World War. A shortened version was rehearsed in 1942 but this too was cancelled. In this 1946 broadcast the introduction was written and was pre-recorded by David Jones, and the cast included actors like Richard Burton and Dylan Thomas.The first radio performance of 'In Parenthesis' made a profound effect on many of those listening.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian2f79.1
title: War Diary: Wednesday May 26th.

description: Describes reaction to Edward Brittain and Roland Leighton's friend R. P. Garrod obituary in 'The Times' / a letter from Roland Leighton discussing Vera Brittain's letters and Rupert Brooke's '1914 Sonnets' / her letter to him informing of the death of Garrod and life at home / a letter to Mrs. Brittain with the measurements for Vera Brittain's nursing uniform.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian2fjc.2
title: A worm fed on the heart of Corinth
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian2jrg.2
title: Capture of German trenches in Loos attack, 1915.

description: British NCO served with 1/6th Bn London Regt on Western Front, 1915-1916; officer served on training duties and recreational training in GB and France, 1918-1919
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian2q3r.2
title: The Hydra: July 1918

description: Concludes report on recent concerts by 'Quid Nobis Ardui' / report on the library of Craiglockhart War Hospital.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian43k.2
title: The Hydra: June 1918

description: Continues editorial discussing circulation, potential review of the magazine in Scottish dailies, and a review of a recent concert.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian61i9.2
title: In Parenthesis broadcast script, 1946

description: David Jones' Typescript copy of the rehearsal schedule, pre-recording and broadcast schedule, and the cast for 'In Parenthesis' (November 1946). The cast list includes Richard Burton, Valentine Dyell [sic] [Valentine Dyall], Carleton Hobbs, Emrys Jones, Leonard Sachs, Abraham Sofaer and Dylan Thomas. Richard Burton acted in one of the further performances in 1948. 'In Parenthesis' was adapted for the wireless (radio) by Douglas Cleverdon and was scheduled to be broadcast on Armistice Day 1939, but all schedules were cancelled after the outbreak of the Second World War. A shortened version was rehearsed in 1942 but this too was cancelled. In this 1946 broadcast the introduction was written and was pre-recorded by David Jones. The first radio performance of 'In Parenthesis' made a profound effect on many of those listening.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian63r7.2
title: The Hydra: June 1918

description: Poem entitled 'Call to the Colours' by Capt. E. A. E. Wilson Weichart.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian6i5i.2
title: Letter: To Edward Marsh

description: Describes having been examined and declared fit for duty after Edward Marsh's intervention / having written the poem 'The Louse Hunt' / the difficulties of writing under the conditions at the front / intention to send on a poem that Gordon Bottomley like in next letter.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian6ka7.2
title: Attack on Pozieres Ridge, 4th August 1916; his advising men to run across no man's land.

description: British NCO served with 9th Bn Royal Fusiliers in GB and on Western Front, 1914-1916
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian6qjh.1
title: War Diary: July 5th.

description: Describes finding Edward Brittain in hospital in Camberwell / his recollections of the Battle of the Somme / Edward Brittain's convalescence and leave / his reception of the Military Cross.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian6rlq.2
title: The Hydra: June 1918

description: Continues editorial discussing sculpture, music, and where to purchase the magazine.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian6t8z.2
title: Letter: To Edward Marsh

description: Discusses an urgent letter sent previously on behalf of a friend / thanks Edward Marsh for letter with criticisms / describes conditions under and the process by which he constructs poems / includes poem 'A Worm Fell on the heart of Corinth' / describes having been moved back from the frontline trenches, but still within range of shells.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian6zor.1
title: A Tear Song

description: Probably drafted at Scarborough, in November 1917-January 1918. Revised January-March 1918. This is no. 145 in ed. 'The Complete Poems and Fragments'.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian83on.2
title: In Parenthesis broadcast script, 1946

description: David Jones' copy of his introduction (Typescript) to the broadcast of 'In Parenthesis' (Part VII) written and produced by Douglas Cleverdon, transmitted on 19th and 20th November 1946 by the BBC Third Programme. 'In Parenthesis' was adapted for the wireless (radio) by Douglas Cleverdon and was scheduled to be broadcast on Armistice Day 1939, but all schedules were cancelled after the outbreak of the Second World War. A shortened version was rehearsed in 1942 but this too was cancelled. In this 1946 broadcast the introduction was written and was pre-recorded by David Jones, and the cast included actors like Richard Burton and Dylan Thomas.The first radio performance of 'In Parenthesis' made a profound effect on many of those listening.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian84jy.1
title: War Diary: Saturday January 1st.

description: Discusses Vera Brittain's reactions to Roland Leighton's death / going to Brighton to pick out mourning clothes for Roland Leighton's sister Clare / visit of Vera Brittain's brother and his and Roland Leighton's friend Victor Richardson to Keymer to see Vera and Roland Leighton's family / Vera Brittain's imagining of Roland Leighton's death and resting place / listening to the 'Morning Hymn' on the gramophone.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian8dy2.1
title: The Ballad of Many Thorns

description: Written or revised in October-November 1917 at Craiglockhart or in November 1917-January 1918 at Scarborough. This is no. 118 in ed. 'The Complete Poems and Fragments'.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian8ha3.2
title: Move to Albert. Attack on Ovillers, 7th July 1916. Effectiveness of German machine guns.

description: British NCO served with 9th Bn Royal Fusiliers in GB and on Western Front, 1914-1916
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian8iok.1
title: Insensibility

description: Drafted in October-November 1917 at Craiglockhart or in November 1917-January 1918 at Scarborough. Possibly revised at Ripon in April 1918. This is no. 147 in ed. 'The Complete Poems and Fragments'.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian8jlg.2
title: The Hydra: June 1918

description: Begins story entitled 'Denishwai'.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian8rii.2
title: In Parenthesis broadcast script, 1946

description: David Jones' copy of the broadcast script (Typescript) of 'In Parenthesis' written and produced by Douglas Cleverdon, transmitted on 19th and 20th November 1946 by the BBC Third Programme. 'In Parenthesis' was adapted for the wireless (radio) by Douglas Cleverdon and was scheduled to be broadcast on Armistice Day 1939, but all schedules were cancelled after the outbreak of the Second World War. A shortened version was rehearsed in 1942 but this too was cancelled. In this broadcast the introduction was written and was pre-recorded by David Jones, and the cast included actors like Dylan THomas. Richard Burton acted in one of the further performances in 1948. The first radio performance of 'In Parenthesis' made a profound effect on many of those listening.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian8rt.2
title: Tactical briefing prior to Loos attack, 1915.

description: British NCO served with 1/6th Bn London Regt on Western Front, 1915-1916; officer served on training duties and recreational training in GB and France, 1918-1919
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian8vr3.2
title: The Hydra: June 1918

description: Continues story entitled 'Denishwai'.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian8wrr.2
title: Rest and recreation in reserve areas.

description: British NCO served with 1/6th Bn London Regt on Western Front, 1915-1916; officer served on training duties and recreational training in GB and France, 1918-1919
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianbmb.1
title: The Show

description: Drafted in November 1917 at Scarborough and revised in May 1918 at Ripon. This is no. 152 in ed. 'The Complete Poems and Fragments'.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiand4bk.2
title: Description of assault in Loos attack, 1915.

description: British NCO served with 1/6th Bn London Regt on Western Front, 1915-1916; officer served on training duties and recreational training in GB and France, 1918-1919
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiand8nt.1
title: The Wrestlers

description: This is no. 138 in ed. 'The Complete Poems and Fragments'.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianda75.2
title: In Parenthesis broadcast script, 1946

description: A typed note (29th November 1975) explaining the margin notes written by David Jones in his copy of the broadcast script (Typescript) of 'In Parenthesis' written and produced by Douglas Cleverdon, transmitted on 19th and 20th November 1946 by the BBC Third Programme. This includes the belief that the vocal recording had a profound and disturbing effect on David Jones, a statement which academics do not all agree with.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianddin.1
title: War Diary: Saturday February 5th.

description: Describes two difficult operations at the hospital in Camberwell and Vera Brittain's subsequent responsibilities / a dinner in Hampstead / a letter from Roland Leighton's servant detailing his death.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandev1.2
title: Letter: To Edward Marsh

description: Discusses family's reaction to Isaac Rosenberg's report of ill health / the effect of winter on his health / possiblitity of having been reassigned due to complaints about ill health / whether or not Edward Marsh could do something to help him obtain a transfer away from the frontlines / potential to be transferred back to the United Kingdom for home duty to work as a draughtsman / Harriet Monroe's 'Poetry' Magazine in Chicago having published some of his poems.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandk97.1
title: Apologia Pro Poemate Meo

description: This is no. 123 in ed. 'The Complete Poems and Fragments'.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandlzg.2
title: Effectiveness of German liquid fire-'flame thrower'. Defending a position, 5th-8th July 1916. Making a barricade out of corpses.

description: British NCO served with 9th Bn Royal Fusiliers in GB and on Western Front, 1914-1916
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandnid.1
title: The Wrestlers

description: Preliminary workings. This is no. 138 in ed. 'The Complete Poems and Fragments'.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandobu.2
title: The Hydra: June 1918

description: Concludes story entitled 'Denishwai'.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandsqm.2
title: Letter: To Edward Marsh

description: Describes having been returned to the trenches / has been forbidden to send more poems home by the censor / has sent a poem to the 'Nation' to see if it will consider publishing it / received the second volume of 'Georgian Poetry' / praises Rupert Brooke's poem 'Clouds' / correspondence with Gordon Bottomley / possibility of being reassigned as a military artist.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandt58.1
title: War Diary: Thursday February 17th.

description: Describes Edward Brittain's embarkation / a dream about Roland Leighton.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianj1j.2
title: The Hydra: June 1918

description: Concludes installment of 'The Great Discovery' by 'X. Y. Z.'.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianj2ip.1
title: War Diary: January 13th.

description: Describes arriving back in Keymer and finding that Roland Leighton's personal affects have been sent back from France / going through the remnants and letters.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianj7ow.1
title: War Diary: Monday January 31st - Tuesday February 1st.

description: Describes Zeppelin attack on London / hospital orderly's experience of the bombs whilst on a train / continued but slightly lessened pain regarding Roland Leighton's death / having heard from Victor Richardson and Edward Brittain.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianj8v6.2
title: Letter: To Edward Marsh

description: Discusses family's reaction to Isaac Rosenberg's report of ill health / the effect of winter on his health / possiblitity of having been reassigned due to complaints about ill health / whether or not Edward Marsh could do something to help him obtain a transfer away from the frontlines / potential to be transferred back to the United Kingdom for home duty to work as a draughtsman / Harriet Monroe's 'Poetry' Magazine in Chicago having published some of his poems.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianjaba.2
title: The Hydra: June 1918

description: Begins 'The Great Discovery' by 'X. Y. Z.'.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianjjng.1
title: The Wrestlers

description: This is no. 138 in ed. 'The Complete Poems and Fragments'.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianjk4h.2
title: Letter: To Edward Marsh

description: Describes having sent on a copy of his book of poems / possibility of some of it being lost / letters of praise from Robert Trevelyan and Gordon Bottomly / having gone straight up to the trenches upon arrival at the front / will describe trenches later / sketch of Isaac Rosenberg in a dugout.