Box 8

Collection Overview From the Collection: This collection consists of the papers of John A. Zeigler, Jr., poet, music philanthropist, and co-owner of the Book Basement bookstore in Charleston, S.C. The papers span the years 1755 to 2015 and include biographical materials; materials about the Book Basement, the bookstore Zeigler founded with Edwin Peacock; assorted writings including typescripts of poetry, plays, fiction, and nonfiction; materials relating to friendships with Prentiss Taylor, Roderick Quiroz, and Taylor’s friendship...