Collections A-Z
In addition to general collections and online subscription databases, journals, and ebooks, the Library holds more than 500 named collections which are distinguished by their specialized subject matter, age, uniqueness, or value. Most of the listed collections on this page are located in the John Hay Library. To locate digitized collections, see the list available at the Center for Digital Scholarship site and search the Brown Digital Repository.
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Alexis Caswell papers,1824-1877(bulk 1860-1877)
Consists primarily of correspondence and also includes a commonplace book (1824-1826), lists of library books and classroom instruments, and invitations. The bulk of the material relates to Caswell's work as a faculty member and President of Brown University.Format(s): Letters, Documents
Library: John John Hay
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Alexis Caswell papers, 1824-1877 (bulk 1860-1877)