- Content Description
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The Robert Olen Butler Papers, which span from 1786 to 2017, contain writings in the form of drafts, galley proofs, research, and documentation related to his novels, short stories, and non-fiction. The papers also contain correspondence, clippings, ephemera, and photographs related to Butlers's life and work.
- Conditions Governing Access
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The materials are open for research.
Boxes 132, 135-141 (audiocassettes): Restricted fragile material. Reference copies may be requested. Consult Access Services for further information.
Boxes 133-134 (videocassettes): Restricted fragile material. Reference copies may be requested. Consult Access Services for further information.
Box 142 (born digital): Restricted fragile material. Reference copies may be requested. Consult Access Services for further information. - Conditions Governing Use
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The Robert Olen Butler Papers is the physical property of the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Yale University. Literary rights, including copyright, belong to the authors or their legal heirs and assigns. For further information, consult the appropriate curator.
- Immediate Source of Acquisition
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Purchased from James S. Jaffe Bookseller on the Edwin J. Beinecke Book Fund, 2016.
- Arrangement
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Organized into two series: I. Writings, 1901-2014. II. Personal and Business Papers, 1786-2017.
- Dates
- 1786 - 2017
- Majority of material found within 1945-2017
- Extent
- 64.75 Linear Feet (142 boxes)
- Related Names
- Butler, Robert Olen
- Language of Materials
- English