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weiss (ruth) Papers
BANC MSS 2021/139
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Description
The ruth weiss papers document the life and work of the Austrian-American jazz poet, performer, and filmmaker associated with
the Beat generation and California poetry. The papers include weiss's personal and professional correspondence, poetry and
prose manuscripts and typescripts, artworks, photographs, audiovisual materials, publicity, published writings, and ephemera,
as well as writings and artworks by other notable figures.
Background
ruth weiss (1928-2020) was an Austrian-American poet associated with jazz-poetry and the Beat generation.
Extent
84.5 linear feet
(56 cartons, 5 boxes, 20 flat boxes; 7 oversize folders)
Restrictions
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privacy and publicity rights, licensing and trademarks. Transmission or reproduction of materials protected by copyright beyond
that allowed by fair use requires the written permission of the copyright owners. Works not in the public domain cannot be
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Availability
Collection is open for research.
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