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James Summers papers , 1946-1969
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Summers, James L.
- Title
- James Summers papers
- Dates
- 1946-1969 (inclusive)19461969
- Quantity
- 12 linear feet, (8 containers)
- Collection Number
- Ax 495
- Summary
- James L. Summers (1910-1973) wrote books and short stories for young adults. The collection consists of manuscripts, galley proofs, correspondences, and published materials.
- Repository
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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
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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.
- Additional Reference Guides
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See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
- 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
James Levingston Summers was born in Oshkosh, Wisconsin on September 11, 1910. He attended Chaffey College in 1928, the University of Wisconsin from 1928-1930, and the University of California in 1939. Throughout his literary career, Summers prided himself on the development and control of writing techniques. Throughout his career, besides being a children's author, Summers was also a high school teacher. He died in 1973.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The collection includes literary manuscripts for novels and short stories, including various early drafts as well as final manuscripts. Also included is correspondence, ranging in date from 1946-1969.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
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| Guide to the James Summers Papers |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Authors, American--20th century
- Publishers and publishing--Correspondence
- Young adult literature, American--Authorship
- Young adult literature, Canadian--Authorship
Personal Names
- Summers, James L.
- Summers, James L.
Form or Genre Terms
- Correspondence
- Manuscripts for publication
