Overview of the Collection
Biographical NoteEdwin Markham lived from 1852-1940. He was born in Oregon City, Oregon to a pioneer family. He lived much of his life as a young adult in California. His first poem was published at age 28 and did not receivewide recognition until the age of 47, when "Man With the Hoe" brought him international fame. In addition to "Man With the Hoe, Markham published a number of bestselling poetry books, and was chosen Oregon Poet Laureate in 1921. Markham lived in the New York area for most of his late adult life. Content DescriptionThe Edwin Markham collection contains his datebook and portfolio miscellany that spans between the years 1880-1967 Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Access :
This collection has no restrictions and is open for research. Restrictions on Use :Permission to publish, exhibit, broadcast, or quote from materials in the Watzek Library Archives & Special Collections requires written permission of the Head of Archives & Special Collections. Preferred Citation :The Papers of Edwin Markham, OLPb018MAR, Lewis & Clark College Aubrey Watzek Library Archives & Special Collections, Portland, Oregon. Administrative Information
Arrangement :
Arranged in a single series according to original order.
Custodial History :
This collection was assembled sometime in the mid-twentieth century by a friend and fan of Markham's. The collection was acquired by a Portland bookseller and sold to a collector in 1985. Acquisition Information :In 2005 the collection was donated to Lewis & Clark College. Processing Note :Processed in 2005. Fragile pages of Markhams date book were removed from their binding and individually encapsulated in mylar. The rest of the collection was re-housed in acid-free containers. Related Materials :Wagner College of New York holds the bulk of Edwin Markham's personal papers. Detailed Description of the CollectionThe following section contains a detailed listing of the materials in the collection. Edwin Markham abbreviated E.M. .5 cubic feet
This box includes a range of assembled Markham materials, including clippings, published materials, and manuscripts.
SubjectsThis collection is indexed under the following headings in the online catalog. Researchers desiring materials about related topics, persons, or places should search the catalog using these headings.
Jeremy Skinner
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