Iola S. Haverstick collection of Edith Wharton and Henry James materials, 1889-1991

Collection context

Creator:
Haverstick, Iola
Extent:
22 linear feet (1 document box and 17 record cartons)
Language:
English .
Scope and content:

Letters, copies of photographs, printed materials and exhibit labels relating to Edith Wharton, 1862-1937, American novelist and short story writer, best known for such works as "Ethan Frome" (1911) and "The Age of Innocence" (1920). A collection of printed works by and about Wharton given by Mrs. Haverstick is cataloged in Rare Books.

2002 Bequest: Letters by G.W. Cable, Henry James (1879-1947), Jean Stafford, and Eudora Welty, as well as files relating to Ellen Glasgow, Henry James, Edith Wharton, and misc.

Access and use

Restrictions:

Some materials located off-site: Boxes 2-18. 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:

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); Iola S. Haverstick collection of Edith Wharton materials; 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