The Rather Press collection, 1968-1996.

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The Rather Press collection, 1968-1996.

The collection contains bibliographies of Rather Press books, a history of the Press by Roger K. Larson, and several unpublished manuscripts, including Lois' autobiography. Other Rather Press publications such as pamphlets, limerick calendars, and miniature books, are also included. All the Rather Press books have been catalogued and housed in the Colver Collection.

1 linear ft.

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Rather, Lois, 1905-

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Lois Rather and Clif Rather, proprietors of the Rather Press, Oakland, Calif. From the description of Lois Rather correspondence : Oakland, Calif. with Roger Keith Larson, 1975-1995. (University of California, Berkeley). WorldCat record id: 35583908 ...

Rather Press

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Background The Rather Press was founded by Clif Rather in 1967 as a therapeutic hobby after a stroke paralyzed his left side. His wife, Lois Rather began to write material for him to print and the partnership of this private press began. The Rathers did all of the work required in producing and marketing their limited-edition books, sold at cost regardless of the time and labor involved. After Clif Rather died in 1987, Lois continued writing ...

Larson, Roger Keith, 1924-

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Biography Roger K. Larson, an avid book collector, has led an active career as a doctor and professor of medicine. Born in Cadillac, Michigan, Larson attended Northwestern University, Wheaton College and the University of Illinois before moving to California in 1949 for his residency in internal medicine. After a stint in the Korean War, Dr. Larson moved to Fresno to practice medicine and eventually became Chief of Medicine at Valley Medical ...

Rather, Clif

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