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Ace Books records, 1936-1972

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Ace Books
Title
Ace Books records
Dates
1936-1972 (inclusive)
Quantity
10.80 cubic ft. (24 boxes)
Collection Number
00968
Summary
Ace Books was founded in New York City in 1952. Collection contains original manuscripts and books.
Repository
American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu
Access Restrictions

There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.

Languages
English
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Historical Note

Ace Books was founded in New York City by Aaron A. Wyn in 1952 as a publishing house of mystery and western books. In 1953, it began to accept novels in the science fiction and fantasy genres.

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Content Description

Collection contains original typed manuscripts for many western stories by authors managed by Ace Books, Ace Western novels, and other books in the western genre.

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Use of the Collection

Restrictions on Use

Copyright Information

The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.

Restrictions on Use

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Preferred Citation

Item Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.

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Administrative Information

Acquisition Information

This material was received from Donald A. Wollheim between January 1965 and March 1971.

Processing Note

Related Materials

Ace Books Records, 1935-1962, Bird Library, Syracuse University.

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Detailed Description of the Collection

  • Inventories

    The American Heritage Center is in the process of converting its older container lists to a more accessible format. This link is to an older version of a container list for 24 boxes.