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Language
English
Abstract
Two unpublished West Virginia-related short stories authored by donor, Charles E. Pittman. 'The Westernfield' and 'Simon and
the Mystic' are works of fiction based on interviews conducted by Pittman with West Virginians. Both are set in the Seneca
region, center around main character 'Simon McElvoy,' a simple mountain man, and highlight rural West Virginian culture and
folklore. Onego, West Virginia, McElvoys hometown, is located in the Seneca region. Also includes a photographic portrait
of Simon McElvoy.
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Preferred Citation
[Description and date of item], [Box/folder number], Charles E. Pittman, Author, Manuscripts of Short Stories, A&M 3293, West
Virginia and Regional History Center, West Virginia University Libraries, Morgantown, West Virginia.
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