E.B. Mann papers, 1888-1987 (bulk 1920-1980)

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E.B. Mann papers, 1888-1987 (bulk 1920-1980)

The collection contains materials relating to Mann's work as an author and editor, including correspondence (1933-1987); manuscripts for articles and books (1928-1987); research files on various subjects, including gun control and western history; awards and medals; photographs; and artwork, including two silkscreens by Harrison Begay and a Peter Hurd watercolor.

39 cubic ft. (69 boxes + 2 oversize folders)

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Mann, E. B. (Edward Beverly), 1902-1989

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E. B. Mann was a writer of western fiction and a well known advocate for hunting and the gun industry. He wrote over twenty novels and books including such titles as “The Man from Texas,” “Stampede,” and “Shooting Melody.” He was editor of the American Rifleman for the National Rifle Association from 1943 to 1945. From 1948 to 1956 he was Director of the New Mexico Press. He left to become editor for Guns magazine. His column for Guns, titled “The Mann Says,” was a major source of pro-gun sentim...

National Rifle Association of America

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