Norman J. Zierold Papers, 1964-1967

Summary Information

At a Glance

Description

Scope and Contents

The collection centers on Zierold's book, LITTLE CHARLEY ROSS, 1967, a re-examination of the first American kidnapping for ransom. Included are notes, research materials, illustrations, typescripts, proofs, reviews, and correspondence. Zierold has added the drafts, manuscripts, and typescripts of several of his plays and writings about Hollywood, including THE CHILD STARS, BABY MADGE, SWINGING FROM A CHANDELIER, DEATH IN HOLLYWOOD, THREE WOMEN IN BLACK, THE SEX GODDESSES, and NOT BEFORE BREAKFAST.

Using the Collection

Rare Book and Manuscript Library

Restrictions on Access

You will need to make an appointment in advance to use this collection material in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room. You can schedule an appointment once you've submitted your request through your Special Collections Research Account.

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.

Terms Governing Use and Reproduction

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

Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Norman J. Zierold manuscripts; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.

Accruals

Materials may have been added to the collection since this finding aid was prepared. Contact rbml@columbia.edu for more information.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Source of acquisition--Zierold, Norman. Method of acquisition--Gift; Date of acquisition--1967. Accession number--M-67.

About the Finding Aid / Processing Information

Columbia University Libraries, Rare Book and Manuscript Library

Processing Information

Cataloged Christina Hilton Fenn 09/--/89.

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