Terry Carr papers, 1950-1989, undated

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Summary

Creators:
Carr, Terry, 1937-1987
Abstract:
This collection primarily contains materials realted to Terry Carr's work as an editor. The bulk of the collection are files related to the various anthologies edited by Carr. There is also correspondence, manuscript drafts, awards, photographs, and more.
Extent:
14.33 linear feet (13 boxes, 4 flat file folders)
Language:
The collection is in English .
Preferred citation:

[identification of item], [date if possible]. Terry Carr Papers (MS 288). Special Collections & University Archives, University of California, Riverside.

Background

Scope and content:

Terry Carr is best known as an editor of science fiction and fantasy anthologies, but he was also a writer and a prominent member of mid-20th century science ficiton fandom. Terry's collection includes editorial files for the anthologies he worked on, which include correspondence, contracts, and drafts of the introductions he wrote for the included pieces. There is also a bit of professional and personal correspondence, covering both fan and professional activities. There are manuscript of pieces written by Terry Carr and some materials from his contribution to fanzines. Finally, of note are the materials from when he served as a jury member for the World Fantasy Award and the Nebula Award.

Acquisition information:
Purchased from Mark Funke, working on behalf of the Carr estate, in February 2024.
Processing information:

Processed by Andrew Lippert, Special Collections Processing Archivist, 2024.

Arrangement:

The collection is arranged into seven series:

  • Series 1. Anthologies, 1965-1989, undated
  • Series 2. Correspondence, 1950-1987, undated
  • Series 3. Works by Terry Carr, undated
  • Series 4. Fanzines, 1960, 1980-1987, undated
  • Series 5. Works by Others, 1969, 1982, undated
  • Series 6. Awards, 1971-1987, undated
  • Series 7. Personal and Miscellaneous materials, 1958-1988, undated
Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard

Access and use

Restrictions:

This collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

Copyright has not been assigned to the University of California, Riverside Libraries, Special Collections & University Archives. Distribution or reproduction of materials protected by copyright beyond that allowed by fair use requires the written permission of the copyright owners. To the extent other restrictions apply, permission for distribution or reproduction from the applicable rights holder is also required. Responsibility for obtaining permissions, and for any use rests exclusively with the user.

Preferred citation:

[identification of item], [date if possible]. Terry Carr Papers (MS 288). Special Collections & University Archives, University of California, Riverside.

Location of this collection:
University of California, Riverside - Special Collections and University Archives
P.O. Box 5900
Riverside, CA 92517-5900, US
Contact:
(951) 827-3233
specialcollections@ucr.edu
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