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Walling (Anna Strunsky) Papers
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Description
A collection of material pertaining to the life and career of author and social reformer Anna Strunsky Walling and her husband, William English Walling.
Background
Anna Strunsky Walling (1877-1964) was born in Babinotz, Russia, and immigrated to the United States in 1893. She took classes through the University of California system and earned an A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1900. In 1906 she married William English Walling (1877-1936), the author and reformer, and spent the next two years studying in Russia. Both Anna and William were active Socialists and social reformers who wrote and lectured on literary and political topics. Anna Strunsky Walling's publications included Violette of Pere Lachaise (1915), and The Kempton-Wace letters (1903), which she co-authored with Jack London.
Extent
8.4 Linear Feet (8 boxes)
Restrictions
The Huntington Library does not require that researchers request permission to quote from or publish images of this material, nor does it charge fees for such activities. The responsibility for identifying the copyright holder, if there is one, and obtaining necessary permissions rests with the researcher.
Availability
Open for use by qualified researchers and by appointment. Please contact Reader Services at the Huntington Library for more information.