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Edward Gorman Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MsC0613

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Scope and Contents

Ed Gorman's papers measure three linear feet and are arranged alphabetically by folder title. Included are various drafts and page proofs of his novels, beginning with Daddy's Little Girl, published in 1985; biographical articles; and copies of Mystery Scene.

Dates

  • Creation: 1990 -

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

Copyright restrictions may apply; please consult Special Collections staff for further information.

Biographical / Historical

Ed Gorman is a life-long resident of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He is the owner and president of the advertising firm, Media Consultants. Gorman writes mysteries, westerns, and horror novels using his own name as well as the pseudonyms David Ransom, Will McLennan, and Robert Davis Chase. He is the editor/publisher of Mystery Scene magazine and contributes articles to many other newspapers and journals. He is married to fellow writer and Iowan, Carol Gorman.

Extent

3.00 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Author of mysteries (the Tobin and Jack Dwyer series), westerns (as Leo Guild), and horror novels under several pseudonyms. Former advertising executive. Preliminary drafts of his writings.

Physical Access Requirements

The University of Iowa Libraries supports access to the materials, published and unpublished, in its collections. Nonetheless, access to some items may be restricted by their fragile condition or by contractual agreement with donors, and it may not be possible at all times to provide appropriate machinery for reading, viewing or accessing non-paper-based materials. Please read our Please read The University of Iowa Libraries' statement on Property Rights, usecoll Law, and Permissions to Use Unpublished Materials

Method of Acquisition

Ed Gorman has given the University of Iowa Libraries his books and literary manuscripts over a period of years, beginning in 1990.

Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
eng

Repository Details

Part of the University of Iowa Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Special Collections Department
University of Iowa Libraries
Iowa City IA 52242 IaU
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319-335-5900 (Fax)