Ralph Waldo Emerson papers, 1814-1867

Collection context

Creator:
Emerson, Ralph Waldo, 1803-1882 and Rusk, Ralph L (Ralph Leslie), 1888-
Extent:
25 boxes
Language:
English .
Scope and content:

Photostatic copies of letters by Ralph Waldo Emerson gathered by Professor Ralph L. Rusk for his edition of THE LETTERS OF RALPH WALDO EMERSON (New York, 1939). Also, twenty-six volumes of typescript journals in nine boxes.

Access and use

Restrictions:

This collection is located on-site.

Ralph Waldo Emerson Foundation prohibits the use of this material by undergraduates.

Terms of access:

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.

Permission to quote from these photostats or publish extracts must be given by the Ralph Waldo Emerson Foundation, Harvard University. Address letters to Mr. William H. Bond, Houghton Library, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA 02138.

Preferred citation:

Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Ralph Waldo Emerson 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:
rbml@library.columbia.edu