MenuInventory of the Cathy Davidson Papers, 1969-2010s
Abstract
English Professor at Duke University, and Vice-Provost for Interdisciplinary Affairs. Author of fiction and memoirs, and editor of The Book of Love and Oxford Companion to Women's Writing in the United States.
The Cathy Davidson Papers encompass Davidson's various writings, organizational work, correspondence, and materials related to Fred Hampton. The Writings Series includes her research and assemblage of famous authors' love letters (Book of Love), as well as drafts of various books, short stories, writing workshops, and publication matters. The Organizations and Professional Activities Series includes files relating to her work with the American Studies Association, the American Literature Section of the MLA, and the American Literature Association, as well as various other professional activities. Duke Materials include MacArthur Foundation grant and research files for the Future of Learning Institutions in a Digital Age, as well as a small amount of materials related to the Franklin Humanities Institute and interdisciplinarity. The Fred Hampton Materials pertain to the assassination of Fred Hampton in 1969 and Davidson's related photography projects. This series is closed until 2017. Additionaly, permission from Cathy Davidson is required to view any materials in accession 2012-0248 (boxes 21-23) during her lifetime.
Descriptive Summary
- Repository
- David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Duke University
- Creator
- Davidson, Cathy
- Title
- Cathy Davidson Papers, 1969-2010s
- Language of Material
- English
- Extent
- 13.5 Linear Feet, 8250 Items
- Location
- For current information on the location of these materials, please consult the Library's online catalog.
Collection Overview
The Cathy Davidson Papers encompass Davidson's various writings, organizational work, correspondence, and materials related to Fred Hampton. The Writings Series includes her research and assemblage of famous authors' love letters (Book of Love), as well as drafts of various books, short stories, writing workshops, and publication matters. The Organizations and Professional Activities Series includes files relating to her work with the American Studies Association, the American Literature Section of the MLA, and the American Literature Association, as well as various other professional activities. Part of Davidson's Duke career is documented in the papers as well, particularly her work with the MacArthur Foundation grant for learning institutions in a digital age, as well as some HASTAC materials. The Fred Hampton Materials pertain to the assassination of Fred Hampton in 1969 and Davidson's related photography projects. This series is closed until 2017. Additionaly, permission from Cathy Davidson is required to view any materials in accession 2012-0248 (boxes 21-23) during her lifetime.
Administrative Information
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Access Restrictions
Collection is restricted. Fred Hampton Materials are closed until 2017.
Additionaly, permission from Cathy Davidson is required to view any materials in accession 2012-0248 (boxes 21-23) during her lifetime.
In addition, patrons must sign the Acknowledgment of Legal Responsibility and Privacy Rights form before using this collection.
Also, all or portions of this collection may be housed off-site in Duke University's Library Service Center. Consequently, there may be a 24-hour delay in obtaining these materials.
Please contact Research Services staff before visiting the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library to use this collection.
Use Restrictions
The copyright interests in this collection have not been transferred to Duke University. For more information, consult the copyright section of the Regulations and Procedures of the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library.
Contents of the Collection
Browse List of Series
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Expand AllWritings, 1990s-2010s
Within the Writings Series are notes, drafts and correspondence relating to Davidson's published and unpublished written works. These include Davidson's research and assemblage of famous authors' love letters that make up the Book of Love: Writers and Their Love Letters Subseries. In Boxes 1-2, files are arranged alphabetically by writer and include permissions and other copyright information. Also included are subseries on Davidson's published books: Now You See It: How the Brain Science of Attention will Transform the Way we Live, Work, and Learn; Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji: On Finding Myself in Japan; and Revolution and the Word: the Rise of the Novel in America. The Assorted Writings Subseries includes notes, research, and drafts of various books, short stories, writing workshops, and publication materials.
Permission from Cathy Davidson is required to view any materials in accession 2012-0248 (boxes 21-23) during her lifetime.
Includes 1 audiocassette tape.
Includes 2 audiocassette tapes.
The Organizations Series documents Davidson's work with the American Studies Association, including items related to ASA history, articles, conferences, and Davidson's committee participation, as well as her work with the American Literature Section of the MLA, particularly her editorial work with American Literature. Her work with the American Literature Association and various other professional activities are also represented in this series.
Permission from Cathy Davidson is required to view any materials in accession 2012-0248 (boxes 21-23) during her lifetime.
Materials related to Davidson's work with the American Studies Association.
Materials related to Davidson's work with the American Literature Section of the MLA and American Literature.
Also includes information on the rewriting of the Articles of Agreement between Duke University and the American Literature Section.
Includes 1 audiocassette tape.
Duke materials
Subject and research files relating to Davidson's role in a MacArthur foundation grant for Future of Learning Institutions in a Digital Age at Duke University. Also includes some miscellaneous materials from the Franklin Humanities Institute, HASTAC, and Interdisciplinary Studies.
Permission from Cathy Davidson is required to view any materials in accession 2012-0248 (boxes 21-23) during her lifetime.
Correspondence
Includes both personal and professional correspondence.
Permission from Cathy Davidson is required to view any materials in accession 2012-0248 (boxes 21-23) during her lifetime.
The Fred Hampton Series pertains to Fred Hampton, an African-American activist and chairman of the Illinois chapter of the Black Panther Party, who was killed in 1969. Materials include Chicago Tribune clippings and various photographs and correspondence.
This Series is closed until 2017.
Historical Note
Cathy Davidson (1949- ) is a scholar, university professor, and author/editor of eighteen books. She received her B.A. from Elmhurst College and her M.A. and Ph.D. from Binghamton University. Davidson has served as the Ruth F. DeVarney Professor of English at Duke University since 1996 and has held a second distinguished chair as the John Hope Franklin Humanities Institute Professor of Interdisciplinary Studies since 2006. Her leadership positions span various organizations, including the American Studies Association and the American Literature Association. Davidson's works explore her interest in the relationship between social and political activities and the creative arts, particularly fiction.
Subject Headings
Preferred Citation
[Identification of item], Cathy Davidson Papers, David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Duke University.
Provenance
The Cathy Davidson Papers were received by the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library as a gift in 1996-2012.
Processing Information
Processed by Nicole Rudden, February 2012
Encoded by Nicole Rudden and Meghan Lyon, February 2012
Accession(s) described in this finding aid: 1998-0398, 2012-0010, 2012-0248
This collection is minimally processed: materials may not have been ordered and described beyond their original condition.
Descriptive sources and standards used to create this inventory: DACS, EAD, NCEAD guidelines, and local Style Guide.
This finding aid is NCEAD compliant.