Guide to the Ernest M. Robson literary manuscripts, 1952-1982
John Hay Library
Box A
Brown University
Providence, RI 02912
Tel: 401-863-2146
Fax: 401-863-2093
email: hay@brown.edu
Published in 2009
Collection Overview
| Title: | Ernest M. Robson literary manuscripts |
| Date range: | 1952-1982 |
| Creator: | Robson, Ernest M, 1902 |
| Extent: | 80 item(s) |
| Abstract: | Manuscripts, etc. for six volumes of poetry written or compiled by Ernest M. Robson, several in collaboration with others, including his wife Marion, who either designed or did the calligraphy for all the books issued by the press they founded, Primary Press. |
| Language of materials: | English |
| Repository: | John Hay Library |
| Collection number: | Ms. 82.4 |
Scope & content
Manuscripts, etc. for six volumes of poetry written or compiled by Ernest M. Robson, several in collaboration with others, including his wife Marion, who either designed or did the calligraphy for all the books issued by the press they founded, Primary Press.Access Points
Subject TopicsArrangement
This collection is arranged in one series.
Biographical note
Manuscripts, etc. for six volumes of poetry written or compiled by Ernest M. Robson, several in collaboration with others, including his wife Marion, who either designed or did the calligraphy for all the books issued by the press they founded, Primary Press.Access & Use
| Access to the collection: | There are no restrictions on access, except that the collection can only be seen by prior appointment. Some materials may be stored off-site and cannot be produced on the same day on which they are requested. |
| Use of the materials: | Although Brown University has physical ownership of the collection and the materials contained therein, it does not claim literary rights. Researchers should note that compliance with copyright law is their responsibility. Researchers must determine the owners of the literary rights and obtain any necessary permissions from them. |
| Preferred citation: | Ernest M. Robson literary manuscripts, Ms. 82.4, Brown University Library. |
| Contact information: | John Hay Library Box A Brown University Providence, RI 02912 Tel: 401-863-2146 Fax: 401-863-2093 email: hay@brown.edu |
Administrative Information
| ABOUT THE COLLECTION | |
| Acquisition: | The material in boxes 1-2 were given to Brown University by Mr. Robson in 1982. The materials in box 3 were given to the Library in November 1983 by Ernest M. Robson and supplement his earlier material. |
| ABOUT THE FINDING AID | |
| Author: | Finding aid prepared by John Hay Library staff. |
| Encoding: | Finding aid encoded by Reiko Davis 2009 February 27 |
| Descriptive rules: | Finding aid based on Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS) |
Additional Information
Inventory
| Box 1, Folder 1 | "The Orchestra of the Language" |
1959 |
| Box 1, Folder 2 | "Technical Appendix" to the foregoing Contents Note: Not dated |
| Box 1, Folder 3 | Copy of typed letter from E.R. to Mrs. Goldman-Eisler, enclosed in "Appendix" |
1959 |
| Box 1, Folder 4 | Original drawings for "The Orchestra of the Language" |
| Box 1, Folder 5 | "Transwhichics" |
1975 |
| Box 1, Folder 6 | "I Only Work Here" |
1975 |
| Box 2, Folder 1 | "Against Infinity" |
1979 |
| Box 2, Folder 2 | "Phonetic Music" |
1981 |
| Box 2, Folder 3 | "Shadows of the Voice" |
1982 |
| Box 2, Folder 4 | Common Ground, no. 2, Autumn Issue, 1981. Includes (pp.5-8) "Conversations with Ernest Robson." |
1981 |
| Box 2, Folder 5 | Order form for publications of Primary Press (2 copies) |
1982 |
| Box 3, Folder 1 | The Orchestra of the Language by Ernest M. Robson, with drawings of Marion Robson; original typed manuscripts, approx. 165 pages Contents Note: Chapters I-IV of the above. |
1959 |
| Box 3, Folder 2 | The Orchestra of the Language by Ernest M. Robson, with drawings of Marion Robson; original typed manuscripts, approx. 165 pages Contents Note: Chapters V-VII of the above. |
1959 |
| Box 3, Folder 3 | The Orchestra of the Language by Ernest M. Robson, with drawings of Marion Robson; original typed manuscripts, approx. 165 pages Contents Note: Chapter VIII of the above. |
1959 |
| Box 3, Folder 4 | The Orchestra of the Language by Ernest M. Robson, with drawings of Marion Robson; original typed manuscripts, approx. 165 pages Contents Note: Chapters IX-X of the above. |
1959 |
| Box 3, Folder 5 | The Orchestra of the Language by Ernest M. Robson, with drawings of Marion Robson; original typed manuscripts, approx. 165 pages Contents Note: Part II, Appendix of the above. |
1959 |
| Box 3, Folder 6 | Phonetic Music with Electronic Music, edited by Joseph Agnello Contents Note: Unpublished text and background research; typed manuscripts (Xerox) with charts (not dated). |
| Box 3, Folder 7 | Supplement to Phonetic Music with Electronic Music; typed manuscripts, with charts Contents Note: Not dated |
| Box 3, Folder 8 | "Freedom with the Seasons," by Ernest M. Robson, typed manuscripts, 8 pages Contents Note: Not dated |
| Box 3, Folder 9 | Common Ground Quarterly |
1983 October |