Interview with Robert "Bob" Morgan, November 6, 1982

Interview Summary

This interview with Bob Morgan, a friend of Henry Faulkner's, begins with a discussion of Faulkner's patron, shipping heiress Alice DeLamar. They then talk about Faulkner's love of animals and his tendency to hoard things in his home. The interview then moves on to talk about Faulkner's interest in the occult. The discussion then moves back to Faulkner's animals, which Morgan accuses Faulkner of not treating well. They briefly discuss Faulkner's psychiatric problems. The two also talk about Faulkner's paintings, as well as his legendary mean streak, which would often lead him to curse people. The interview covers Faulkner's relationship with Tennessee Williams and writer James Leo Herlihy. Finally, Morgan discusses his own relationship with Faulkner, as well as his hobby as a female impersonator.

Interview Keyword

Faulkner, Henry Painters Williams, Thomas Lanier Female impersonators

Interview LC Subject

Artists Faulkner, Henry, 1924-1981 Kentucky Poets--20th century. Williams, Tennessee, 1911-1983. Herlihy, James Leo Occultism Animals

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