Sam Hamill and Tina and Marianne Wolfe Correspondence, 1972-1977

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Hamill, Sam
Title
Sam Hamill and Tina and Marianne Wolfe Correspondence
Dates
1972-1977 (inclusive)
Quantity
0.15 Linear feet of shelf space, (2 Folders + 1 Oversize folder)
Collection Number
Cage 5136 (collection)
Summary
The collection consists of correspondence between Sam Hamill, of the Copper Canyon Press, and sisters Tina and Marianne Wolfe, principally concerning “The Berrypicker”, a book of poems by Marianne Wolfe that was illustrated by Tina Wolfe. There are also letters between the sisters, with references to the literary journals “Silo” and “Spectrum”.
Repository
Washington State University Libraries' Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections (MASC)
Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections
Terrell Library Suite 12
Pullman, WA
99164-5610
Telephone: 509-335-6691
mascref@wsu.edu
Access Restrictions

This collection is open and available for research use.

Languages
English

Biographical NoteReturn to Top

In Seattle in the early to mid-1970s, sisters Tina and Marianne Wolfe were poets, friends and occasional house mates with Sam Hamill and Tree Swenson, founders of the Copper Canyon Press. The Copper Canyon Press eventually published Marianne’s book “The Berrypicker”, which was illustrated by Tina.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The collection consists of correspondence between Sam Hamill, of the Copper Canyon Press, and sisters Tina and Marianne Wolfe, principally concerning “The Berrypicker”, a book of poems by Marianne Wolfe that was illustrated by Tina Wolfe. There are also letters between the sisters, which provide context to their relationship with Sam, including references to the literary journals “Silo” and “Spectrum”. References to “Houn” are to Tina’s dog, Calhoun.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Restrictions on Use

Copyright restrictions apply.

Preferred Citation

[Item description]

Sam Hamill and Tina and Marianne Wolfe Correspondence, 1972-1977 (Cage 5136)

Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections, Washington State University Libraries, Pullman, WA.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Arrangement

Arranged chronologically by the letter’s authors. An oversize promotional item for “The Berrypicker” is placed in an oversize box on the small cage shelves.

Location of Collection

(MASC STAFF USE) The oversize promotional item for “The Berrypicker” is placed in an oversize box with other small cages.

Acquisition Information

Shannon Wolfe donated this collection to the Washington State University Libraries in 2020 (MS.2020.22).

Future Additions

The repository expects to receive additions to this collection.

Processing Note

This collection was processed by Gayle O'Hara in 2020.

Related Materials

Sam Hamill Papers, 1972-2001 (Cage 700)

Copper Canyon Press Records, 1973-2006 (Cage 708)

Copper Canyon Press Records, 1995-2003 (MS.2004.17)

Jerome Gold Publishing Lives Interview Material, 1991-1994 (Cage 666)

Howard McCord Papers, 1953-1979 (Cage 578)

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Container(s) Description Dates
Folder
1 Correspondence between Sam Hamill and Tina and Marianne Wolfe 1972-1977
2 Correspondence between Tina and Marianne Wolfe 1972-1974
3 O.S. Oversize promotional poster for “The Berrypicker” circa 1970s

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Poetry
  • Women poets, American -- 20th century -- Archives

Personal Names

  • Hamill, Sam -- Archives
  • Wolfe, Marianne -- Archives
  • Wolfe, Tina -- Archives

Other Creators

  • Personal Names
    • Wolfe, Marianne (creator)
    • Wolfe,Tina (creator)