Roberts, Jane, 1929-1984

Abstract: The Mary Dillman Papers contain research files, interview materials, correspondence, class materials, presentations, conference papers, and photographs related to Jane Roberts, a spiritualist who claimed to channel a spirit known as Seth. This material details Dillman's research into Jane Roberts and Seth and documents Dillman's relationships with the larger network of Seth researchers. Also included are materials created by members of the community that surrounded Roberts, Seth, and...

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Jane Roberts was an author of fiction, and of non-fiction works dealing with Seth and her role as a channeler. The papers consist of correspondence, printed material, audio and videotapes, journals, poetry, and other material documenting her personal life and literary career. Many of the documents are photocopies of originals.

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Susan M. Watkins was a Seth researcher and author of books including “Conversations with Seth.” She was known for her writings on psychic and spiritual phenomena including extrasensory perception (ESP), as well as for being a long-time friend and associate of Seth channeler Jane Roberts. The papers include correspondence and interviews with Roberts and others in the Seth community, audio and videotapes, manuscripts, publications, and related materials.