Papers, 1913-1986.

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Papers, 1913-1986.

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The Nancy Wilson Ross Papers, 1913-86, contain virtually complete documentation of her professional writing career, extensive personal correspondence, and files reflecting her interest in Far Eastern culture. Types of materials found in the collection include holograph manuscript notes; typed manuscripts, carbons, and photocopies; photographs; galley and page proofs; contracts and royalty statements; book announcements; dust jackets; publicity clippings; correspondence; pencil, ink, and watercolor sketches; reports; exhibit announcements and catalogs; newspaper clippings; and periodical publications. Early drafts and working manuscripts of books, an unpublished first novel, short stories, poetry, articles, and reviews, along with supplementary correspondence document her writing career. Her works deal with numerous topics, among them, the Pacific Northwest, the Bauhaus, and Asian culture and religion. Extensive correspondence with family, friends, and numerous other associates is present. Correspondence, organization records, and publications represent Ross's participation on various boards, such as the Asia Society, the Martha Graham Foundation, the San Francisco Zen Center, and the Tibetan Foundation.

261.5 document cases, 12 flat boxes, 18 card boxes, and 7 galley folders (138 linear feet).

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Asia Society

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The Asia Society is located in Washington, D.C. From the description of Asia Society records, 1971-1976. (Cornell University Library). WorldCat record id: 64756711 The Asia Society was founded in 1956 under the guidance of John D. Rockefeller 3rd to increase American understanding and appreciation of the poeples of Asia. A non-political educational organization, the Asia Society sponsors seminars and special studies to promote discussion of public af...

San Francisco Zen Center (San Francisco, Calif.)

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Ross, Nancy Wilson, 1901-1986

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American author and noted authority on Asian religion and art. From the description of Papers, 1913-1986. (Harry Ransom Humanities Research Center (HRC); University of Texas at Austin). WorldCat record id: 122349034 ...