John Schaffner papers, 1940-1989

Collection context

Creator:
Schaffner, John V., -1983
Extent:
102 linear feet 222 boxes
Language:
English .
Scope and content:

Archives of Schaffner's literary agency, including correspondence and financial records, 1948-1975. The material is divided into four sections, cataloged material; general correspondence; specific files with authors who were clients of the agency; and correspondence with other literary agents and editors, appointment books, and financial papers.

Biographical / historical:

Literary agent. Schaffner operated a literary agency in New York City and as the literary agent of Alice B. Toklas, Santha Rama Rau, and Sheilah Graham.

Access and use

Restrictions:

The following boxes are located off-site: Boxes I.1 - IX.29. You will need to request this material from the Rare Book and Manuscript Library 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:

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:

Identification of specific item; Date (if known); John Schaffner 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