John Cushman Associates records, 1965-1978
Collection context
- Creator:
- John Cushman Associates
- Extent:
- 61.5 linear feet 72000 items in 147 boxes
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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The files of John Cushman Associates, Inc. include correspondence with authors, publishers, and other agents and deal with the editing and publishing of American and English books, serial rights, reprints, dramatic rights, translations, foreign rights, promotion, and copyright registration.
- Biographical / historical:
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John Cushman had been affiliated with William Morris Agency, Inc. until 1965 when he formed his own company as the American branch of Curtis Brown Ltd. (London). In March of 1978, John Cushman Associates, Inc. was absorbed by James Brown Associates, Inc.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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Box CC1-CC3 is located onsite.
The following boxes are located off-site: 1-144. 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.
- 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); John Cushman Associates Records; 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