Grace Estelle Fox papers, 1925-1970
Collection context
- Creator:
- Fox, Grace Estelle, 1899-1984
- Abstract:
- This collection consists of correspondence, manuscripts, photographs, course-related materials and printed material of historian and professor Grace Estelle Fox, 1899-1984, (M.A., Columbia, 1925; PhD, 1938).
- Extent:
- 2 boxes (2 boxes)
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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Correspondence, manuscripts, notes, photographs, course-related materials and printed materials consisting largely of manuscripts of Miss Fox's books, most notably, "Britain and Japan, 1858-1883," and four shorter articles dealing with topics in 19th and 20th century history. The small amount of correspondence deals almost exclusivley with her research on Japan. A few course outlines are the product of her years of teaching at Sarah Lawrence College, which she left in 1935 to accept a position with the U.S. State Department.
- Biographical / historical:
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Historian (Columbia M.A., 1925; Ph.D. 1938).
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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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); Grace Estelle Fox 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