John Thompson papers, 1935-2002

Collection context

Creator:
Thompson, John, 1918-2002
Extent:
9 Linear Feet 7 Boxes
Language:
English .
Scope and content:

Collection includes all drafts, including handwritten, through final versions of Thompson's published work including the book reviews, essays, stories and poems in nine of the most prominent journals of the time.

Biographical / historical:

John Thompson (1918-2002) was part of the vibrant, post-modern New York literary scene of the 1950s, 60s, and 70s. Thompson was a close friend and colleague of many of the other prominent literary and publishing figures of the era, including Robert Lowell, Elizabeth Hardwick, Peter Taylor, Lionel Trilling, Jason Epstein and Barbara Epstein.

Access and use

Restrictions:

Material is unprocessed. Please contact rbml@columbia.edu for more information.

Terms of access:

Single reproductions may be made for research purposes. It is the responsibility of the user to secure permission for publication or use from the appropriate copyright holder.

Preferred citation:

Identification of specific item; Date (if known); John Thompson Papers; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.

Location of this collection:
6th Floor East Butler Library
535 West 114th Street
New York, NY 10027, USA
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:
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