David J. Thompson postcard collection
Collection
Identifier: Modern-MS-ThompsonDJ
Scope and Contents
Collection of approximately 1,400 postcards sent by David J. Thompson to Kaveh Akbar. Some cards feature photos taken by David Thompson and all include correspondence on back.
Dates
- 2012-2018
Creator
- Thompson, David J. (Person)
Language
Materials are in English.
Conditions Governing Access
This material is unprocessed and is available by appointment only. Please contact reference@newberry.org at least 5 business days in advance to request an appointment.
Extent
1.25 Linear Feet (2 boxes)
Abstract
Collection of approximately 1,400 postcards sent by David J. Thompson to Kaveh Akbar. The cards document Thompson's travels throughout the United States, primarily through the South and Midwest, and in Europe. Thompson, a photographer, poet, and former teacher, also includes some of his own photography on the front of the cards in addition to the correspondence on the back.
Location
B 22A 2
- Title
- David J. Thompson postcard collection, 2012-2018
- Status
- Unprocessed
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the The Newberry Library - Modern Manuscripts Repository
Contact:
60 West Walton Street
Chicago Illinois 60610 United States
312-255-3512
reference@newberry.org
60 West Walton Street
Chicago Illinois 60610 United States
312-255-3512
reference@newberry.org