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Book collecting -- United States

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 351 Collections and/or Records:

Suttree

 Item — Box 5, Folder: 8
Series Description From the Series:

J. Howard Woolmer bibliography files consist of Woolmer’s files and notes on a possible bibliography on McCarthy. Of note are Woolmer’s correspondence files regarding collecting McCarthy.

Dates: 1986 - 2006
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-092, Woolmer Collection of Cormac McCarthy / J. Howard Woolmer Bibliography Files / Woolmer’s bibliography files [folder titles as assigned by Woolmer]

Texas Monthly article on page 42 titled “The Invisible Man” by Robert Draper, July 1992

 Item — Box 1, Folder: 1
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

This small collection contains materials on Cormac McCarthy and his work, including magazines, various newspaper clippings, photocopies of work and reviews, and printouts from the “Cormac McCarthy Home Pages."

Dates: July 1992
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-146, Dale Walker Collection of Cormac McCarthy

Texas Monthly article on page 76 titled “Desperately Seeking Cormac” by Michael Hall, July 1998

 Item — Box 1, Folder: 1
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

This small collection contains materials on Cormac McCarthy and his work, including magazines, various newspaper clippings, photocopies of work and reviews, and printouts from the “Cormac McCarthy Home Pages."

Dates: July 1998
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-146, Dale Walker Collection of Cormac McCarthy

"Thank you for your daughter's lovely CD and the Dope Danley cover." Discusses appraisal and inventory of Susan [Sontag's] archive. Handwritten on Booked Up letterhead, 1 page, both sides, plus envelope, February 27, 2002

 File — Box 1, Folder: 3
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Sipper Collection is comprised of over 100 letters from Larry McMurtry to Ralph Sipper ranging from 1982-2018. Arranged chronologically, they document McMurtry’s practice of and thoughts on book selling and buying. Frequent topics include the sale of screenplays, his work in the film business, and mutual acquaintances in the literary world.

Dates: February 27, 2002
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-145, Ralph Sipper Collection of Larry McMurtry

"Thank you for your kind invite, but I seldom travel now except to AC for brief visits…" Handwritten, 1 page plus envelope, August 29, 2006

 File — Box 1, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Sipper Collection is comprised of over 100 letters from Larry McMurtry to Ralph Sipper ranging from 1982-2018. Arranged chronologically, they document McMurtry’s practice of and thoughts on book selling and buying. Frequent topics include the sale of screenplays, his work in the film business, and mutual acquaintances in the literary world.

Dates: August 29, 2006
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-145, Ralph Sipper Collection of Larry McMurtry

“Thanks a lot for the interesting book. And for the kind review…” Handwritten, 1 page plus envelope. Enclosed photocopy of Sipper’s review of Cadillac Jack, December 15, [1982]

 File — Box 1, Folder: 1
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Sipper Collection is comprised of over 100 letters from Larry McMurtry to Ralph Sipper ranging from 1982-2018. Arranged chronologically, they document McMurtry’s practice of and thoughts on book selling and buying. Frequent topics include the sale of screenplays, his work in the film business, and mutual acquaintances in the literary world.

Dates: December 15, [1982]
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-145, Ralph Sipper Collection of Larry McMurtry

“Thanks again but its not for me. I’m just not the Investor Type…” Handwritten, 1 page, January 30, 1995

 File — Box 1, Folder: 1
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Sipper Collection is comprised of over 100 letters from Larry McMurtry to Ralph Sipper ranging from 1982-2018. Arranged chronologically, they document McMurtry’s practice of and thoughts on book selling and buying. Frequent topics include the sale of screenplays, his work in the film business, and mutual acquaintances in the literary world.

Dates: January 30, 1995
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-145, Ralph Sipper Collection of Larry McMurtry

"Thanks for ___ words. I did know George…" Handwritten on Booked Up letterhead, 1 page, January 30, 2002

 File — Box 1, Folder: 3
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Sipper Collection is comprised of over 100 letters from Larry McMurtry to Ralph Sipper ranging from 1982-2018. Arranged chronologically, they document McMurtry’s practice of and thoughts on book selling and buying. Frequent topics include the sale of screenplays, his work in the film business, and mutual acquaintances in the literary world.

Dates: January 30, 2002
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-145, Ralph Sipper Collection of Larry McMurtry

"Thanks for Grace's address. I have a long chapter about the Davids in the book and want her to see it." Typed, 1 page plus envelope, September 21, 2007

 File — Box 1, Folder: 7
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Sipper Collection is comprised of over 100 letters from Larry McMurtry to Ralph Sipper ranging from 1982-2018. Arranged chronologically, they document McMurtry’s practice of and thoughts on book selling and buying. Frequent topics include the sale of screenplays, his work in the film business, and mutual acquaintances in the literary world.

Dates: September 21, 2007
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-145, Ralph Sipper Collection of Larry McMurtry

"Thanks for our list - [impressive] having The Power and the Glory inscribed is a big ___." Producing Riders of Judgment in Canada. Handwritten on Booked Up letterhead, 1 page plus envelope, May 5, 2001

 File — Box 1, Folder: 3
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Sipper Collection is comprised of over 100 letters from Larry McMurtry to Ralph Sipper ranging from 1982-2018. Arranged chronologically, they document McMurtry’s practice of and thoughts on book selling and buying. Frequent topics include the sale of screenplays, his work in the film business, and mutual acquaintances in the literary world.

Dates: May 5, 2001
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-145, Ralph Sipper Collection of Larry McMurtry

Thanks for sending the review – he was the only reviewer so far to review Still Wild the anthology I edited. Discusses buying books. Handwritten, 1 page, August 2, 2000

 File — Box 1, Folder: 2
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Sipper Collection is comprised of over 100 letters from Larry McMurtry to Ralph Sipper ranging from 1982-2018. Arranged chronologically, they document McMurtry’s practice of and thoughts on book selling and buying. Frequent topics include the sale of screenplays, his work in the film business, and mutual acquaintances in the literary world.

Dates: August 2, 2000
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-145, Ralph Sipper Collection of Larry McMurtry

"Thanks for that piece…" Discusses final novels. Handwritten, 1 page plus envelope, November 18, 2006

 File — Box 1, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Sipper Collection is comprised of over 100 letters from Larry McMurtry to Ralph Sipper ranging from 1982-2018. Arranged chronologically, they document McMurtry’s practice of and thoughts on book selling and buying. Frequent topics include the sale of screenplays, his work in the film business, and mutual acquaintances in the literary world.

Dates: November 18, 2006
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-145, Ralph Sipper Collection of Larry McMurtry

"[Thanks] for the book. I guess Liebestod has something pocket - I got a letter from an old girlfriend of the Polish writer _____ _______ saying that they made a death pact and it was wildly exciting. But he died and she stayed." Handwritten on Booked Up letterhead, 1 page plus envelope, May 28, 2003

 File — Box 1, Folder: 4
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Sipper Collection is comprised of over 100 letters from Larry McMurtry to Ralph Sipper ranging from 1982-2018. Arranged chronologically, they document McMurtry’s practice of and thoughts on book selling and buying. Frequent topics include the sale of screenplays, his work in the film business, and mutual acquaintances in the literary world.

Dates: May 28, 2003
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-145, Ralph Sipper Collection of Larry McMurtry

“Thanks for the catalogue. I think Waverly landed the best travel collection…” Has recently been in French Polynesia. Handwritten notecard, front and back, February 20, 2000

 File — Box 1, Folder: 2
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Sipper Collection is comprised of over 100 letters from Larry McMurtry to Ralph Sipper ranging from 1982-2018. Arranged chronologically, they document McMurtry’s practice of and thoughts on book selling and buying. Frequent topics include the sale of screenplays, his work in the film business, and mutual acquaintances in the literary world.

Dates: February 20, 2000
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-145, Ralph Sipper Collection of Larry McMurtry

"Thanks for the grandpa pictures - yours are lovely, mine seems determined. He's still 15…" Handwritten on Booked Up letterhead, 1 page plus envelope, August 8, 2008

 File — Box 1, Folder: 7
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Sipper Collection is comprised of over 100 letters from Larry McMurtry to Ralph Sipper ranging from 1982-2018. Arranged chronologically, they document McMurtry’s practice of and thoughts on book selling and buying. Frequent topics include the sale of screenplays, his work in the film business, and mutual acquaintances in the literary world.

Dates: August 8, 2008
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-145, Ralph Sipper Collection of Larry McMurtry

“Thanks for the handsome 20th anniversary catalog…” Discusses previous catalogues. Typed on Booked Up letterhead, 1 page, September 11, 1990

 File — Box 1, Folder: 1
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Sipper Collection is comprised of over 100 letters from Larry McMurtry to Ralph Sipper ranging from 1982-2018. Arranged chronologically, they document McMurtry’s practice of and thoughts on book selling and buying. Frequent topics include the sale of screenplays, his work in the film business, and mutual acquaintances in the literary world.

Dates: September 11, 1990
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-145, Ralph Sipper Collection of Larry McMurtry

"Thanks for the invites but I'm out of Pasadena where I hope never to return…" Discusses packing up Waldron library. Typed, 1 page plus envelope, January 20, 2004

 File — Box 1, Folder: 5
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Sipper Collection is comprised of over 100 letters from Larry McMurtry to Ralph Sipper ranging from 1982-2018. Arranged chronologically, they document McMurtry’s practice of and thoughts on book selling and buying. Frequent topics include the sale of screenplays, his work in the film business, and mutual acquaintances in the literary world.

Dates: January 20, 2004
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-145, Ralph Sipper Collection of Larry McMurtry

“Thanks for the letter…” mentions stores and finishing a novel. Handwritten on Booked Up letterhead, 2 pages, March 13, 1988

 File — Box 1, Folder: 1
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Sipper Collection is comprised of over 100 letters from Larry McMurtry to Ralph Sipper ranging from 1982-2018. Arranged chronologically, they document McMurtry’s practice of and thoughts on book selling and buying. Frequent topics include the sale of screenplays, his work in the film business, and mutual acquaintances in the literary world.

Dates: March 13, 1988
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-145, Ralph Sipper Collection of Larry McMurtry

"Thanks for the little present…" Discusses logistics of transporting books; mentions sister and former trucker boyfriend. Typed, 1 page plus envelope, September 20, 2003

 File — Box 1, Folder: 4
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Sipper Collection is comprised of over 100 letters from Larry McMurtry to Ralph Sipper ranging from 1982-2018. Arranged chronologically, they document McMurtry’s practice of and thoughts on book selling and buying. Frequent topics include the sale of screenplays, his work in the film business, and mutual acquaintances in the literary world.

Dates: September 20, 2003
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-145, Ralph Sipper Collection of Larry McMurtry

"Thanks for the lovely catalogue - I didn't hate Horseman; I just don't remember it. I can't even remember Lonesome Dove…" Handwritten, 1 page plus envelope, December 6, 2008

 File — Box 1, Folder: 7
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Sipper Collection is comprised of over 100 letters from Larry McMurtry to Ralph Sipper ranging from 1982-2018. Arranged chronologically, they document McMurtry’s practice of and thoughts on book selling and buying. Frequent topics include the sale of screenplays, his work in the film business, and mutual acquaintances in the literary world.

Dates: December 6, 2008
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-145, Ralph Sipper Collection of Larry McMurtry