Papers of Stephen M. Tomaske, 1392-2001 (bulk) 1770-2001.

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Papers of Stephen M. Tomaske, 1392-2001 (bulk) 1770-2001.

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The collection contains research materials related to noted author, Thomas Pynchon. Many of the documents are photocopies of originals obtained from various libraries and institutions. There is a large collection of Family History materials, arranged in three sub-series: by the names of individuals in the Pynchon family, by geographic location, and by the names of other families related to the Pynchons. The inclusive dates, ca. 1392 - 2001, reflect the depth of Tomaske's genealogical research.

Approximately 2500 pieces.

Huntington Library, Art Collections & Botanical Gardens

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Pynchon, Thomas

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Tomaske, Stephen.

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Stephen Tomaske (1956-2002) was an avid Pynchon fan and scholar. A student assistant and later a staff member in reference services at the library at California State University Los Angeles, he researched Pynchon's family history, youth and literary works, collecting a biographical research collection as his legacy. Thomas Pynchon (1937-) is an award-winning author, whose books include V. and Gravity's Rainbow. Especially because of his closely-guarded privacy, his life ...