John Crowe Ransom Papers 1908-1974.

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John Crowe Ransom Papers 1908-1974.

Primarily correspondence and manuscript poetry and prose produced during Ransom's retirement (1959-1974), although important earlier materials are included, such as Ransom's letters to his wife, Robb Reavill Ransom, dated 1920-1938. Also included are class rolls, clippings, family records, financial records, Kenyon College items, lecture notes, memorabilia, photographs, programs, publications, recommendations, and school catalogs.

3.5 linear ft. (8 Hollinger boxes)

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