Joel S. Migdal oral history interview, 2004

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Migdal, Joel S.
Title
Joel S. Migdal oral history interview
Dates
2004 (inclusive)
Quantity
2 sound cassettes (70 minutes); Transcript: 17 pages
Collection Number
5460 (Accession No. 5460-001)
Summary
Tape recorded interview covering the years 1970-2004, taken on March 25, 2004; transcript, curriculum vitae Professor Migdal discusses his family background and his experiences in college, especially at Harvard
Repository
University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections
University of Washington Libraries
Box 352900
Seattle, WA
98195-2900
Telephone: 2065431929
Fax: 2065431931
speccoll@uw.edu
Access Restrictions

Open to all users

Special Media: 2 cassette audio tapes

Languages
English

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Tape recorded interview covering the years 1970-2004, taken on March 25, 2004; transcript, curriculum vitae

Professor Migdal discusses his family background and his experiences in college, especially at Harvard. He talks about the influence of people like Frank Tachau and Judith Shklar. Mr. Migdal discusses his theory regarding the structure of the states in the Third World, and he indicates how his theory further helps him understand recent Palestinian society in Israel and the West Bank. Professor Migdal also talks about his work at the University of Washington's School of International Studies, and the Department of Jewish Studies. Mr. Migdal describes his activities with the Seattle Jewish community, especially Congregation Beth Shalom.

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Restrictions on Use

Creator's rights have been dedicated to the public. May be used for research, instruction, publication or similar purposes.

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Preservation Note

Special Media: 2 cassette audio tapes

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Personal Papers/Corporate Records (University of Washington)

Personal Names

  • Shklar, Judith
  • Tachau, Frank

Corporate Names

  • Congregation Beth Shalom (Seattle, Wash.)
  • Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies
  • Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies. Jewish Studies Program

Other Creators

  • Personal Names
    • Adler, Stephen F., 1930- (creator)
    • Migdal, Joel S (creator)
    Corporate Names
    • Washington State Jewish Archives (University of Washington)