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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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Dr. Arlene Pillar Collection of Children's Literature

The Dr. Arlene Pillar Collection of Children's Literature consists of over 3,000 volumes of children's literature primarily form the 1970s and 1980s, including many illustrated works and fiction for young adults. Dr. Pillar was a panelist for the Newbury and Caldecott awards for children's literature and illustration, and her collection reflects the range of work submitted for those awards over two decades.
Format(s): Books
Library: John Hay
NOTE: Portions of this collection are housed off-site. Prior notice is needed for retrieval
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Access to the collection:

Online Catalog (BruKnow):
Individual records for most printed materials available on BruKnow.

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