Marvin I. Herzog papers, 1942-2008
Collection context
- Creator:
- Herzog, Marvin
- Extent:
- 5.67 linear feet 13.5 document boxes
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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The Marvin Herzog collection contains correspondence relating to Herzog's academic and personal life, including printouts from an email list devoted to Yiddish Studies. Also included is teaching and research materials, as well as materials relating to Herzog's work on the Language and Culture Atlas of Ashkenazic Jewry (LCAAJ), and various materials relating to Zionist summer camps.
- Biographical / historical:
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Marvin Herzog (1927-2013) was a professor of Yiddish at Columbia University. After the untimely death of Professor Uriel Weinreich in 1967, he assumed directorship of the Language and Culture Atlas of Ashkenazic Jewry, and ultimately became Editor-in-Chief of its publication.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located off-site. You will need to request this material at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room.
This collection has no restrictions.
- Terms of access:
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Single photocopies may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Marvin I. Herzog Papers; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
- Contact:
- rbml@library.columbia.edu