David Spitz papers 1935-1982

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David Spitz papers 1935-1982

David Spitz (1916-1979) taught courses in political science and political philosophy at Ohio State University from 1947 until 1970 when he left for an appointment at the City University of New York. He served as visiting professor at various institutions in the U.S. and abroad and was the author of books and articles about political theory. He also was involved with professional organizations and scholarly journals in his field. Collection consists of correspondence, teaching and research files and personal papers of David Spitz. General correspondence is with professional colleagues, publishers, editors, and students. Spitz's files, 1947-1970, accumulated during and relating to his tenure at Ohio State contain correspondence, memoranda, reports, official documents, and clippings. Research related materials include published and unpublished manuscripts, other writings, lecture and research notes, reports, and printed matter that cover topics such as the works of John Stuart Mill, Karl Marx and Robert M. MacIver, academic freedom, civil disobedience, democracy, and political theory. Also, personal papers with family correspondence, military service files, and assorted personal records. [Restricted].

27 linear feet (27 boxes)

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David Spitz (1916-1979) taught courses in political science and political philosophy at Ohio State University from 1947 until 1970 when he left for an appointment at the City University of New York. He served as visiting professor at various institutions in the U.S. and abroad and was the author of books and articles about political theory. He also was involved with professional organizations and scholarly journals in his field. From the description of David Spitz papers, 1935-1982. ...

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