Bach, Marcus, 1901-1995
Dates
- Existence: 1901 - 1995
Biography
Marcus L. Bach (1901-1955) was a philosopher, teacher, minister, and author.
Marcus L. Bach was born on December 15, 1901 in Sauk City, Wisconsin. He studied music at the University of Wisconsin from 1920-1922. He then went on to study ordained ministry at the Mission House College and Seminary in Plymouth, Wisconsin from 1924-1925. He married Lorena Otto Ernest on August 19, 1932 in Kansas City, Missouri. In 1936 he attended the University of Iowa and studied playwriting. He published many plays.
From 1945-1964 he worked as a professor teaching tolerance and respect for all faiths and other faith related courses.
In 1964 he and his wife moved to Palos Verdes Estates, California to provide an opportunity for both of them to further pursue their interests. Throughout his life he continued to act as a minister and traveled all around the world in order to learn about other religions and cultures. He wrote 46 books covering his experiences.
He passed away on March 26, 1995 in Los Angeles, California.
Found in 5 Collections and/or Records:
Marcus L. and Larena Bach papers
Collection contains many small booklets describing the life and works of Marcus L. and Lorena Bach. Includes correspondence about Bach's literary works between coworkers and acquaintainces. Some literary works are also included. A packet from a memorial service honoring the Bachs can also be found in the collection. Materials are dated 1989-2003.
Marcus Bach literary manuscripts and correspondence
The collection comprises plays and novels by Marcus Bach as well as correspondence about his work. These date circa 1927-1947.
Marcus Bach correspondence, 1937
Correspondence dated 1937 about Within These Walls. Correspondence includes letters to producers as well as Works Progress Administration officials.
Marcus Bach novels, undated
Literary drafts as well as final copies for four (4) novels written by Marcus Bach.
Marcus Bach plays, 1927-1947
Drafts as well as completed copies of thirty–two (32) plays written by Marcus Bach. Many of these plays were produced during Bach’s lifetime.
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