Title
Appalachian Dawn Book Signing, 1973
Description
This image shows John Foster West, professor and writer-in-residence in the Department of English, sitting with students at an autograph signing in Plemmons Student Union, built 1967, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in November 1973. West was signing copies of his new book, "Appalachian Dawn." A copy of the book can be seen propped up on the table. West began teaching creative writing at Appalachian State in 1968 and retired in 1989. He was a published poet and novelist and was nominated for a Pulitzer for his first novel, "Time Was."
Subject
Faculty
English
Appalachian State University
Source
Retired Faculty/Staff Biographical Information Files, 2005.009, Box 2, John Foster West FF73, C11.2.3.2.
Publisher
University Archives, Appalachian State University
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