Ivan I. Morris papers, 1931-1976
Collection context
- Creator:
- Morris, Ivan, 1925-1976
- Extent:
- 18 linear feet 47 boxes 3 volumes
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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Correrspondence, manuscripts, notes, memoranda, documents, photographs and printed materials. In addition to personal correspondence and documents, there are files of Amnesty International, the human rights organization of which Morris was American Section chairman. Also included are notes and manuscripts of Morris' studies in Japanese literature and culture, particularly relating to his many books and translations. His interest in puzzles, and compilations of several volumes of them, are reflected in notes and correspondence. Among the major correspondence are Donald Keene, Anthony Powell, Sacheverell Sitwell and Arthur Waley
1984 addition: Diaries, correspondence, manuscripts, and audio tapes.
The 2003 addition has materials from a 1999 gift and contains audio recordings.
- Biographical / historical:
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Ivan Ira Esme Morris (1925-1976) was chairman of Columbia's East Asian Department from 1966-1969. Morris served as American Section chairman for the human rights organization Amnesty International.
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.
Selected family correspondence is: closed.
- 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); Ivan I. Morris 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