Stuart B. Schimmel collection of Augustus Hare papers and drawings, 1854-1909
Collection context
- Creator:
- Schimmel, Stuart B
- Extent:
- 1 box 1 box and 5 oversize items in Mapcase
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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Correspondence, manuscripts, and drawings of Hare and his family. His letters concern the writing and publishing of his books and his many social relationships. There are the autograph manuscripts of the announcement of his book "Shropshire" and of his autobiographical essay "The Hare with Many Friends", as well as five original pencil and wash drawings of buildings in France, Germany, and Switzerland used as illustrations in his popular travel books. There are also several devotional manuscripts by other members of the Hare family.
- Biographical / historical:
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Augustus John Cuthbert Hare, 1824-1903, artist and author of many travel books and memoirs.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located on-site.
This collection has no restrictions.
- Terms of access:
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Reproductions 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); Stuart B. Schimmel collection of Augustus Hare papers and drawing; 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