M. A. Jagendorf papers, 1916-1980.

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M. A. Jagendorf papers, 1916-1980.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/73020369

Collection comprises correspondence, literary manuscripts, lectures on American folklore, and folklore research materials of Moritz A. Jagendorf, an American author of numerous books, plays and short stories about or based on folktales. Collection includes 32 plays for children and more than 100 short stories and folktales, as well as nine containers of research materials on folklore organized by topic or region.

8 linear ft. (16 containers)

University of Oregon Libraries

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SNAC Resource ID: 8100660

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Jagendorf, M. A. (Moritz Adolph), 1888-1981

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Born in Austria, Moritz Jagendorf (1888-1981) moved to New York at the age of fifteen. His writing career began with plays but shifted to the retelling of popular legends and folk stories for children. He served as an officer in the New York State Folklore Society and the International Folklore Congress, and was also a practicing dentist. From the description of Moritz Jagendorf papers, 1966-1978 [manuscript]. (University of Southern Mississippi, Regional Campus). WorldCat record id:...