Typescripts of 'A Cool Head' by Ian Rankin; with related working notes and administrative materials., 2007.
Scope and Contents
Digitally annotated typescript, 2007, of Ian Rankin's novella 'A Cool Head', third draft. Folios 1-58.
Annotated typescript, 2007, of Ian Rankin's novella 'A Cool Head' for Quick Reads, early draft, with author's annotations. Folios 59-109.
Notes of Ian Rankin, 2007, relating to the development of the plot and characters for ‘A Cool Head’. Folios 110-119.
Most of the notes are undated. Some of the notes include references to specific drafts, including second and third drafts. Otherwise, the distinction between the notes and drafts is often unclear. As far as possible, evidence of development and changes in theme and plot have been used to inform the arrangement.
Included are editorial notes of the literacy editor for 'A Cool Head' (Folios 118-119).
Administrative documents, 2007, relating to 'Quick Reads' including guidelines and correspondence. Folios 120-122.
Dates
- Creation: 2007.
Creator
- Rankin, Ian James (crime writer) (Person)
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Conditions Governing Use
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Extent
122 Leaves
Language of Materials
English
Genre / Form
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