Joseph A. Towles papers, circa 1920s-2009.

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Joseph A. Towles papers, circa 1920s-2009.

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The collection contains eight different series of materials that document various aspects of the lives and careers, both separately and together, of Colin Turnbull and Joseph Towles. Anthropological research files focus mostly on their field work on the Mbuti and Mbo pygmies of the Congo area and the Ik of Uganda. Professional papers document their work in academic and museum settings. There are personal papers of their domestic life; fictional writings of Joseph Towles; a professional and personal photograph series; personal and professional films and audio tape, including materials documenting their African fieldwork and association with the camp of Patrick and Anne Putnam; slides documenting African fieldwork and travels; and a series documenting the collection itself. Despite the fact the majority of materials document the life and achievements of Colin Turnbull, this collection, holding both Turnbull's and Joseph Towles' papers, is named for Joseph Towles at Turnbull's request. There is also a separate collection of African, religious, and domestic artifacts collected by them.

71.25 linear feet (50 record cartons, 13 archival boxes, 4 oversize, and 3 slide cases)

College of Charleston, Marlene and Nathan Addlestone Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7575708

College of Charleston, Marlene and Nathan Addlestone Library

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