Robert D. Graff collection of papers concerning Karen Blixen, 1934-1972 (inclusive), 1953-1967 (bulk).

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Robert D. Graff collection of papers concerning Karen Blixen, 1934-1972 (inclusive), 1953-1967 (bulk).

Chiefly materials concerning a memorial volume and biography of Danish writer Karen Blixen, who used the pen name Isak Dinesan. Also includes a few letters written by Blixen.

3 boxes (1.5 linear ft.)

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SNAC Resource ID: 6383777

Houghton Library

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