Hays, H. R. (Hoffman Reynolds), 1904-1980

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H. R. Hays received degrees from Cornell University ( B.A., 1925) and Columbia University (M.A., 1928) and had a long and varied career as a poet, novelist, critic, playwright, translator, social anthropologist, and educator.

From the description of H. R. Hays correspondence with Latin American writers, 1922-1981 (bulk 1940-1955) (Princeton University Library). WorldCat record id: 84467135

H. R. Hays was a New York playwright, anthropologist, poet and sometime collaborator with Brecht's close friend, Hanns Eisler. In 1939, at Eisler's urging -- and with his assistance in attaining manuscripts and publication rights -- Hays undertook several pioneering translations of Brecht's work, including Mother Courage, The Trial of Lucullus, and Selected Poems. The last volume, selected in consultation with Brecht, was the first collection of Brecht's poetry to be published in English. Hays also briefly collaborated with Brecht on The Duchess of Malfi, but quit in indignation when he discovered that W. H. Auden had been brought on to help with the project.

From the description of Papers, 1939-1981. (Indiana University). WorldCat record id: 746569396

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Birth 1904-03-25

Death 1980-10-10

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