A History of Philosophy, by Frederick C..., 1964-1974
Scope and Contents
A History of Philosophy, by Frederick Copleston, S. J. Fifteen paperback volumes. Owned by Robert Pirsig and used for reference while writing Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance. Titles marked by Pirsig on top edge of pages. Volume 1 signed inside by Chris Pirsig. Robert Pirsig kept this set on living room bookshelf as reference throughout the last decades of Pirsig’s life.
Dates
- Creation: 1964-1974
Language of Materials
In English, with a small amount of French, German, Spanish, and Swedish.
Conditions Governing Access
The bulk of this collection is open for research; specific parts are restricted because they are unprocessed, fragile, or there are donor-imposed stipulations. See specific details in the description of the affected series, sub-series, or files.
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Extent
51 linear feet (73 boxes)Physical Location
Harvard Depository
General note
Donor’s catalog number: 2019.0009
Creator
- From the Collection: Pirsig, Robert M. (Person)
- From the Collection: Pirsig, Wendy K. (Person)
- From the Collection: Pirsig, Maynard E., 1902-1997 (Person)
- From the Collection: Pirsig, Harriet Marie Sjobeck, 1903-1979 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Houghton Library Repository
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