Description
collection of the papers of Melville Best Anderson, most related to Anderson's translation of Dante's Divine Comedy. The material consists of: 1) correspondence to and from Anderson, 2) typescripts and manuscripts of poems, 3) miscellaneous
typescripts and manuscripts re: Dante's Divine Comedy, 4) newsclippings, magazine articles and books and 5) other miscellaneous items.
Background
The Anderson Family, of Scottish-English origins, came to the United States in the middle of the nineteenth century. The family
settled on the East Coast, later moving West; the Andersons contributed to society in the fields of theology, education and
literature. Melville Best Anderson was an author, translator and teacher whose particular interest was the work of Dante.
From 1891-1910, he taught in the English Department at Stanford University, serving as first chairman of the department.
Extent
5 Linear Feet
(6 boxes ; approx. 500 items)
Restrictions
While Special Collections is the owner of the physical and digital items, permission to examine collection materials is not
an authorization to publish. These materials are made available for use in research, teaching, and private study. Any transmission
or reproduction beyond that allowed by fair use requires permission from the owners of rights, heir(s) or assigns.
Availability
Open for research. Note that material must be requested at least 36 hours in advance of intended use.