Lewis Mumford papers

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Lewis Mumford papers

circa 1905-1987

Comprising nineteen series, the Mumford papers provide extensive documentation of Mumford's professional life over a period of approximately seventy years. Predominant are correspondence and drafts of and notes for Mumford's writings, which include publications of over forty books and pamphlets and approximately one thousand articles and book reviews.

82.5 linear feet (197 boxes)

eng, Latn

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