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Edith Hamilton Collection, 1918-1971 (inclusive)

Extent:

3 boxes and 1.35 linear feet

Abstract:

Edith Hamilton was a classics scholar with a particular interest in Greek civilization. The collection consists of typescript and galley proofs of her book The Ever-Present Past, notebooks on classical civilization, and correspondence.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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Samuel McCoy Papers, 1868-1964 (inclusive) 1915-1963 (bulk)

Extent:

29 boxes

Abstract:

Consists of manuscripts, correspondence, drawings, and other material of the author, journalist, and Princeton graduate (Class of 1905) Samuel Duff McCoy (1882-1964).

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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Arthur Symons Papers, 1883-1945 (inclusive)

Extent:

32 boxes

Abstract:

Consists of manuscripts, typescripts, notebooks, tear sheets, clippings, photographs, watercolors, paintings, and much miscellaneous material of British poet, literary critic, and translator Arthur Symons.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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Carl Van Doren Papers, 1900-1950 (inclusive)

Extent:

48 boxes, 110 items, and 17.85 linear feet

Abstract:

The collection illustrates the literary career of American author and professor Carl Van Doren, including typescripts and research notes for his Pulitzer Prize winning biography of Benjamin Franklin. The collection also contains various documents, including Van Doren's will, souvenirs, memorabilia, photographs, clippings, and printed material, as well as legal papers and correspondence dealing with his participation in several lawsuits involving copyright infringement.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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Jorge Edwards Collection, 1953-1982 (inclusive)

Extent:

10 boxes, 198 items, and 4.10 linear feet

Abstract:

Jorge Edwards is a writer and former diplomat whose critical stance on oppressive dictatorships in Latin America has sparked controversy. This collection contains drafts of some of his novels, short stories, essays, and articles, as well as notebooks and correspondence with literary figures, politicians, and his extensive family.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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Zelda Fitzgerald Papers, 1919-1997 (inclusive) 1920-1948 (bulk)

Extent:

9 boxes and 8.5 linear feet

Abstract:

The Zelda Fitzgerald Papers consists of manuscripts, correspondence, miscellaneous notes and related material, documents, pictures, clippings, and photographs of American author Zelda Fitzgerald.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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Selected Papers of Wright Morris, 1930-1958 (inclusive)

Extent:

2 boxes and 1.2 linear feet

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Consists of selected papers of award-winning American novelist and photographer Wright Morris, including many letters written to his friend and fellow Western writer Robert J. Horton.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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Jesse Lynch Williams Papers, 1892-1922 (inclusive)

Extent:

14 boxes and 5.2 linear feet

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Consists of selected manuscripts, diaries, and notebooks of American dramatist and novelist Jesse Lynch Williams.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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William Berryman Scott Papers, 1910-1940 (bulk) 1874-1946 (inclusive)

Extent:

21 boxes and 10.6 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of papers of William Berryman Scott (Princeton Class of 1877), an eminent vertebrate paleontologist and professor of geology at Princeton University.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]