Alan Jay Lerner began writing this musical's book by studying the history & customs of 18th c. Highland Scots
... During the summers of 1936 and 1937, Lerner studied music 
composition at ... Before finishing the musical, Lerner was eager to write while My 
Fair Lady was ... A book of Lerner's lyrics entitled A Hymn To Him, edited by 
British writer... [DOC] [TLE] ALAN JAY LERNER, THE LYRICIST AND PLAYWRIGHT, IS DEAD ... [PAR] Jun 15, 1986 ... Alan Jay Lerner, the lyricist and playwright who formed with the composer ... to 
the Scottish Highlands, Mr. Loewe's melodies and Mr. Lerner's books and ...