L. A. Davidson papers, 1965-2007
Collection context
- Creator:
- Davidson, L. A. (Laura Agnes), 1917-2007
- Extent:
- 48 linear feet 39 record cartons
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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From the mid-1960s through the beginning of the 20th century, Davidson collected English-language materials on Japanese haiku and books and periodicals of haiku in English. From 1968 to 1988 she maintained extensive correspondence with many poets of the haiku movement in North America. Materials include books and papers.
- Biographical / historical:
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New York-based haiku poet and collector L. A. Davidson (1917-2007) was a charter member of the Haiku Society of America (HSA) in 1968, and served in various offices of the organization, as vice president in 1976, and as secretary in 1979 and 1981-1982.
L. A. Davidson died on July 18, 2007, two weeks before her 90th birthday.
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.
This collection has no restrictions.
This collection is unprocessed.
- 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); L. A. Davidson Collection; 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