B. W. Huebsch papers, 1909-1963
Collection context
- Creator:
- Huebsch, B. W (Benjamin W.), 1876-1964
- Extent:
- 23 Linear Feet (2 manuscript boxes, 22 record storage cartons of books)
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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Letters written to Huebsch, most of which relate to the books presented to him by various authors. There are letters from H.E. Bates, Richard Curle, Edward Garnett, Mitchell Kennerley, Wyndham Lewis, Sean O'Faoláin, Siegfried Sassoon, and Sidney Webb. Also, a box of printed materials by and relating to Huebsch.
The Library also has a collection of imprints of B.W. Huebsch and a collection of books inscribed to Huebsch. See card catalog in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library for index to the imprints.
- Biographical / historical:
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American publisher.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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Boxes Cat 1 and Cat 2 are located onsite. The following boxes are located off-site: 22 cartons of books. 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); B. W. Huebsch 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