Nannine Joseph papers , 1930-1976

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Joseph, Nannine
Title
Nannine Joseph papers
Dates
1930-1976 (inclusive)
Quantity
10.5 linear feet, (7 containers)
Collection Number
Ax 821
Summary
Nannine Joseph (1890-1976) was a literary agent. The collection includes manuscripts, correspondences, and photographs from her clients.
Repository
University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives
UO Libraries--SCUA
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR
97403-1299
Telephone: 5413463068
spcarref@uoregon.edu
Access Restrictions

Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.

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Languages
English
Sponsor
Funding for encoding this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Historical NoteReturn to Top

Nannine Joseph was a literary agent for Eleanor Roosevelt from 1947-1962. She was also a literary agent for Franklin D. Roosevelt for a short time (1931-1934). At one time, she worked for Brandt and Brandt Literary Agency.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The collection contains manuscripts and correspondence from a wide variety of writers. The various legal documents show the overall process of the agent-client relationship.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Authors, American--20th century
  • Authors, American--20th century--Correspondence
  • Literary agents--United States
  • Literary agents--United States--Correspondence

Personal Names

  • Denniston, Elinore, 1900-1978
  • Fine, Benjamin, 1905-1975
  • Hickok, Lorena A.
  • Hickok, Lorena A.
  • Joseph, Nannine
  • Lee, Beverly Haskell
  • Roosevelt, Eleanor, 1884-1962
  • Roosevelt, Eleanor, 1884-1962
  • Van Doren, Mark, 1894-1972
  • Van Doren, Mark, 1894-1972