John Burroughs papers, 1850-1991, 1860-1921 (bulk).

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John Burroughs papers, 1850-1991, 1860-1921 (bulk).

Includes 53 original Burroughs journals as well as a typescript of the journals prepared by his granddaughter, Elizabeth Burroughs Kelley, and another typescript prepared by his literary executor, Dr. Clara Barrus. In addition, there are manuscripts, sketch books and correspondence, including letters to Burroughs from Edith Rickert, Walt Whitman, and others; as well as letters by Burroughs to family, friends, colleagues and readers. The bulk of the correspondence is to and from his wife Ursula and son Julian, but other correspondents include Georgia Avery Kendrick, Clara S. Reed, Minnie and Orlando Rouland, James M. Taylor, Mary W. Whitney, and others. Also included are published and unpublished materials and photographs relating to Burroughs.

15.2 cubic ft. (65 boxes)

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