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Donald Ewin Cooke papers, 1947-1956 (inclusive)

Extent:
1.67 linear feet
Abstract:
Donald Cooke was a Philadelphia-area children’s book author and illustrator and the founder of the Edraydo publishing house. The Donald Ewin Cooke papers include original art for Sorcerer’s Apprentice (1947), a character doll and book jacket final art for The Silver Horn of Robin Hood (1956), and the final art by Henry Clarence Pitz for the Valley of Rebellion book jacket.

Held at: Free Library of Philadelphia: Children's Literature Research Collection [Contact Us]

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Marguerite de Angeli papers, 1935-1977 (bulk) 1914-1982 (inclusive)

Extent:
16.7 linear feet
Abstract:
This collection contains the papers of children’s book author and illustrator Marguerite de Angeli (1889-1987), with materials dating from 1914 to 1982 (bulk 1935-1977). Much of the collection consists of drafts and artwork for twenty-six of de Angeli’s children’s books. Also present are clippings, correspondence, dummies, proofs, and a scrapbook.

Held at: Free Library of Philadelphia: Children's Literature Research Collection [Contact Us]

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Scott O'Dell papers, 1959-1978 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.95 linear feet
Abstract:
Scott O'Dell (1898-1989) was a well-known author of historical fiction for children, most notably the Newbery award-winning Island of the Blue Dolphins (1960). This collection consists of a typescript for the book Island of the Blue Dolphins and related award ceremony materials.

Held at: Free Library of Philadelphia: Children's Literature Research Collection [Contact Us]