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From Leon Keyserling, 1920-1925

 File — Box: 11, Folder: 1

Scope and Contents

Letters to Jennie (who is most likely in New York); re. his desire to return to Beaufort for school; describes his school work, mentions his cousins, and what he does on weekends; discusses plays he's seen; inquires about Herbert (who is with Jennie); reviews a book, The Melting Pot, and gives his opinion on the difference between religion and nationality; writes from Long Island where he is spending time with his grandmother and other relatives; describes a Broadway play and mentions he will be ready for "longies" [pants] soon (1923); correspondence during his years at Columbia University includes descriptions of class work and social life (he assures his mother he is not as anti-social); describes what happiness means to him and role of education; mentions a good relationship with his roommate.

Dates

  • Creation: 1920-1925

Creator

Access Restrictions

This collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 9.0 linear feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

From the Collection: Yiddish

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Repository

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