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John Updike Collections

The John Updike Collections of the Alvernia University Archives and Special Collections

Series 2-1

Series Number:       2-1

Series Title:             Working Files

Series Dates:           1969-2003

Extent:                     13 linear inches

Arrangement:          Mixed

Scope and Content Note:

Comprised of her working files related to her studies and teaching of John Updike, the publication of, and various activities related to, the book, John Updike, Yea Sayings. Also included are records related to her MA thesis. The files contain primarily articles, newspaper clippings, notes and correspondence related to the specific topics. The collection is kept in its original to provide an insight into the thought process of the author. It also contains her copies of books by and about John Updike.


Burchard Papers Series Number 2-1 Finding Aid