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University of Liverpool Acquires Roger McGough's Archive
First article: 20 mar. 2026, 07:00
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The University of Liverpool has announced the acquisition of the entire archive of poet Roger McGough. This significant collection includes manuscripts, correspondence, and other materials documenting McGough's long and influential career. The acquisition will provide valuable resources for scholars and students interested in studying his work and the broader context of contemporary poetry.Articles about this topic
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University of Liverpool acquires entire archive of poet Roger McGough
Archivist Jo Klett says the 40 boxes of material will provide ‘a full picture of Roger’s entire working career’“It’s a joy to be old,” wrote Roger McGough, one of Britain’s most popular, prolific and funniest poets. “The dog dead and the car sold.”Another joy might be decluttering. After the departure of dozens of boxes of notebooks, manuscripts, drafts, project files, journals, posters, letters, personal artworks and more, McGough has admitted his house is significantly emptier. “If anyone want
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