Osha Gray Davidson Papers
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Scope and Contents
The papers of Osha Gray Davidson consist of 1.5 linear feet of manuscripts dating from 1987 to 1994. They deal primarily with the writing of his two books, Broken Heartland and Under Fire, and related articles. Included are research notes, correspondence, early drafts, printer's typescripts, and reviews.
Dates
- Creation: 1987 -
Creator
- Davidson, Osha Gray (Person)
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
Osha Gray Davidson was born and educated in Iowa. He graduated from the University of Iowa in 1982 with a B.A. in English. He is married and has two daughters. A free-lance writer, Davidson’s work has appeared in The Nation, The Progressive, the St. Louis Post - Dispatch, and others.
Extent
5.50 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Free-lance journalist and author of Broken Heartland and Under Fire. Correspondence, research notes, and preliminary drafts of his writings.
Method of Acquisition
This collection was given to the University of Iowa Libraries by Mr. Davidson in 1995. He continues to add to the collection.
Geographic
Occupation
Topical
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Language of description note
- eng
Repository Details
Part of the University of Iowa Special Collections Repository
Special Collections Department
University of Iowa Libraries
Iowa City IA 52242 IaU
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