John K. Diomede manuscript

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Overview

Title:John K. Diomede manuscript
Call Number:Coll179
Creator:Diomede John K.
Dates:circa 1980s
Size:1 box (.25 linear feet)
Abstract:Collection consists of one photocopy of the typescript for “Twisted Cross” by John K. Diomede. Diomede’s real name, George Alec Effinger, is printed at the top. The original/alternate title for the story, “Wehrmacht Cris Cris,” is printed on the internal folder and first page of the manuscript, The manuscript is 26 pages, is undated, and bears editor marks.
Language:English
Citation:John K. Diomede manuscript, Science Fiction Literary Manuscripts, Collection 179, Special Collections, University of Maryland, Baltimore County (Baltimore, MD).

Administrative/Biographical Note

George Alec Effinger (1947-2002) was a science fiction writer from Cleveland, Ohio. He wrote under many different pen names, including John K. Diomede. Effinger received a Nebula award and a Hugo Award for his work.

Scope & Content

Manuscript is organized by page number.

Provenance Information

Includes MSS-0008. Accession information unknown.

Manuscript was housed in an acid-free folder as part of the Rosenfeld Manuscripts collection. Previously assigned Ms. Coll #18 and MSS-0008.

Access & Use

No restrictions.

Reproductions allowed for research purposes. Copyright maintained by the creator.

Subject Headings

  • Effinger George Alec
  • Science fiction