Andrew Lang papers, 1811-1971.

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Andrew Lang papers, 1811-1971.

Correspondence and manuscripts of the Scottish writer Andrew Lang.

1 box and 9 volume (1 linear ft.)

eng,

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SNAC Resource ID: 6383904

Houghton Library

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