Cathy Davidson papers, 1969-2010s

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Summary

Abstract:
Former 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.
Extent:
13.5 Linear Feet
Language:
Material in English
Collection ID:
RL.10162

Background

Scope and content:

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.

Biographical / historical:

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.

Acquisition information:
The Cathy Davidson Papers were received by the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book Manuscript Library as a gift in 1996-2017.
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, 2012-0134, 2012-0248, 2014-0098, 2017-0102

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Subjects:
Women authors
American literature -- History and criticism
Authors, American
Format:
Audiocassettes
Names:
American Studies Association
Davidson, Cathy N., 1949-

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