Developmental notes of Ian Rankin for his novel ‘Bleeding Hearts’., 1993-1994.
Scope and Contents
Notes, 1993-1994, of Ian Rankin relating to the development of the plot and characters for ‘Bleeding Hearts’. Folios 1-49.
Most of the notes are undated. Some of the notes include references to specific drafts, including first, second, and third drafts. Otherwise, the distinction between the notes and drafts is often unclear. Some notes have been revisited and subsequently annotated by Rankin as his development of the novel progressed. As far as possible, evidence of development and changes in theme and plot have been used to inform the arrangement.
Included are research notes on haemophilia, guns, and drugs (Folios 31-49).
Includes correspondence to Ian Rankin from Gerald Hammond on guns (Folios 41-42).
Editorial notes, 1993-1994, of Ian Rankin relating to revised drafts of ‘Bleeding Hearts’. Folios 50-65.
The notes relate to plot and character revisions, and additional plot development, for revised drafts. Most of the notes are undated and, as such, the arrangement has been suggested by a comparison of changes in plot and theme.
Also includes proof changes of Rankin sent to Cate Patterson (Editor, Headline Book Publishing Ltd) (Folios 64-65), with note from Fiona Mavey, assistant to Cate Patterson (Folio 63).
Synopses of Ian Rankin’s novel ‘Bleeding Hearts’, 2 copies. Folios 66-67.
Dates
- Creation: 1993-1994.
Creator
- Rankin, Ian James (crime writer) (Person)
- Hammond, Gerald (writer) (Person)
- Headline Publishing Group (Organization)
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Conditions Governing Use
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Extent
67 Leaves
Language of Materials
English
Genre / Form
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