Collection context
Summary
- Creator:
- Williamson, Henry, 1895-1977
- Abstract:
- The Williamson, H. mss., 1924-1956, are letters from Henry Williamson, 1895-1977, author of Shallowford, North Devon, England, to Ann Thomas; writings by Williamson, and a Synopsis of the Years, 1931-1948, by Ann Thomas.
- Extent:
- 1 folio (oversize) and 3 Boxes (3 standard)
- Language:
- Materials are in English .
- Preferred citation:
[Item], Williamson, H. mss., Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana.
Background
- Biographical / Historical:
Henry Williamson, 1895-1977, was an English author whose works were chiefly about social history in England, wildlife, and Ruralism. He is best remembered for his book Tarka the Otter.
- Scope and Content:
The collection consists of letters from Henry Williamson to author Ann Thomas, who would later marry him, as well as writings by both Williamson and Thomas. Printed materials are in an oversize folder.
- Acquisition information:
- Purchase: 1973
- Arrangement:
This collection is arranged into the following series: Corresopndence, Writings, and Printed Material.
- Physical location:
- ALF (Auxiliary Library Facility) - OVFlat; Lilly - Stacks
Access
- RESTRICTIONS:
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This collection is open for research.
Many collections are housed offsite; retrieval requires advance notice. Please make an appointment a minimum of one week in advance of your visit.
- TERMS OF ACCESS:
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Photography and digitization may be restricted for some collections. Copyright restrictions may apply. Before publishing, researchers are responsible for securing permission from all applicable rights holders, then filling out the Permission to Publish form.
- PREFERRED CITATION:
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[Item], Williamson, H. mss., Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana.
- CAMPUS:
- Indiana University Bloomington
- LOCATION OF THIS COLLECTION:
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1200 East Seventh StreetBloomington, Indiana 47405-5500, USA
- CAMPUS:
- Indiana University Bloomington
- CONTACT:
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(812) 855-2452liblilly@indiana.edu