Papers, 1902-1977, 1941-65.

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Papers, 1902-1977, 1941-65.

The papers of John Lewis document Lewis' career at Oberlin College as a teacher and scholar in the discipline of political science. His professional correspondence, which includes numerous letters of recommendation, reflects his personal and professional associations with leading members of the field. Lewis' three major books are present here in manuscript draft, together with drafts of articles, book reviews, talks, and miscellaneous teaching materials for courses taught at Oberlin and other institutions. Papers of a personal nature include letters received (1932-50) from his first wife, Ewart Kellogg Lewis.

Organized into six records series: I. Biographical Files; II. Lewis Family Correspondence; III. Professional Correspondence of John D. Lewis; IV. Teaching Materials; V. Writings; and VI. Subject Files.

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