Abbotsford Library papers
- Reference:GB 237 Coll-1022/JC/AL
- Dates of Creation:1950s-1980s
- Name of Creator:
- Physical Description:2 linear metres 6 boxes, 9 binders, 8 notebooks
Scope and Content
This series includes material relating to James Clarkson Corson's work as Honorary Librarian of Abbotsford House from 1953 to 1988. It includes:
Correspondence addressed to Corson in his capacity as Honorary Librarian of Abbotsford, primarily from the Maxwell-Scott family
Transcripts of MSS held at Abbotsford
Transcripts of Abbotsford-related Walter Scott correspondence
History of Abbotsford House and Estate compiled by Corson
Shelf index to Abbotsford Library
Sheaf index of chapbooks held in Abbotsford Library
Sheaf index of manuscripts held in Abbotsford Library
Notebooks on Abbotsford Library acquisitions and shelf occupancy
Miscellaneous Abbotsford-related notebooksPersonal Names
Geographical Names