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Interview with Tony Simpson

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Date

24 April, 1995 - 24 Apr 1995

By

Simpson, Anthony Jon, 1945-

Reference

OHInt-0576-24

Description

Tony Simpson met Denis Glover when he moved to Wellington in 1969. Describes Glover at PEN (New Zealand Society of Authors) meetings, and interviewing him for his book 'The Sugarbag Years' in the 1970's. Comments on Glover's clear-headedness when drinking. Talks about meeting him again through Les Cleveland when Glover held his own with young poets in Christchurch.

Talks about Glover's storytelling ability at pubs. Describes anecdotes and stories often repeated by Glover. Talks about Glover's grant application to the New Zealand Arts Council when Simpson worked there. Talks about his ability as a poet. Describes his manner with different types of people.

Mentions Lyn Glover and his response to hearing of Denis Glover's death. Comments on Glover's attitude to authority and his unique position in New Zealand literature.

Interviewer(s) - Gordon Ogilvie

Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-8803a

Quantity: 1 C90 cassette(s). 1 transcript(s). 45 Minutes Duration.

Finding Aids: Abstract Available - transcript(s) available OHA-2825.

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