Europe, 1838-1839
Scope and Contents
Letters written by Gray to the Torrey family, sometimes by way of George Putnam. Most letters are to either Mrs. Torrey or Mr. Torrey, but the distinction is not always clear. The letters were written in journal style, covering multiple dates and places.
Dates
- Creation: 1838-1839
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is available by appointment for research. Researchers must register and provide valid photo identification. Please contact botref@oeb.harvard.edu for additional information.
Extent
8 linear feet (17 document boxes, 3 oversize boxes, 8 oversize folders in flat file, 1 scrapbook volume)Creator
- From the Collection: Gray, Asa, 1810-1888 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Botany Libraries, Gray Herbarium Library, Harvard University Repository
The Harvard University Herbaria houses five research libraries that are managed collectively as the Botany Libraries. The Gray Herbarium Library specializes in the identification and classification of New World plants with emphasis on North American plants. The Archives of the Gray Herbarium houses unique resources including personal papers, institutional records, field notes and plant lists, expedition records, photographs, original artwork, and objects from faculty, curators, staff, and affiliates of the Gray Herbarium.
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