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National Anthropological Archives
Guide to the Morton Klass papers, 1959-1998
Summary
- Collection ID:
- NAA.2002-24
- Creators:
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Klass, Morton, 1927-2001
- Dates:
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1959-1998
- Languages:
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English.
- Physical Description:
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12.5 Linear feet
- Repository:
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents
This collection contains the professional papers of anthropologist Morton Klass (1927-2001) and documents his research in Trinidad and India, as well as his teaching career at Barnard College and Columbia University. The collection is comprised of books, articles, drafts, correspondence, manuscripts, book reviews, programs, appointment books, bulletins, manuscripts, research notes and classroom materials.
Please note that the contents of the collection and the language and terminology used reflect the context and culture of the time of its creation. As an historical document, its contents may be at odds with contemporary views and terminology and considered offensive today. The information within this collection does not reflect the views of the Smithsonian Institution or National Anthropological Archives, but is available in its original form to facilitate research.
Biographical Note
Biographical Note
Morton Klass (1927-2001) was a professor of anthropology at Columbia University and Barnard College. He is best known for his interest in the anthropology of religion and consciousness and his research in Trinidad and West Bengal, India.
Administration
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Received from Sheila Solomon Klass in 2002 and 2010.
Processing Information
The collection is unprocessed. Contact the repository for more information.
Separated Materials
The Morton Klass films of West Bengal, India (HSFA.2011.03) were transferred to the Human Studies Film Archives.
Using the Collection
Conditions Governing Access
Access to the Morton Klass papers requires an appointment.
Preferred Citation
Morton Klass papers, National Anthropological Archives, Smithsonian Institution
Conditions Governing Use
Contact the repository for terms of use.
Keywords
| Keyword Terms | Keyword Types | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| South Asia | Geographic | Search Smithsonian Collections | Search ArchiveGrid |
| Caribbean Area | Geographic | Search Smithsonian Collections | Search ArchiveGrid |
| India | Geographic | Search Smithsonian Collections | Search ArchiveGrid |
| Trinidad and Tobago | Geographic | Search Smithsonian Collections | Search ArchiveGrid |
| Anthropology of religion | Topical | Search Smithsonian Collections | Search ArchiveGrid |
| Religion | Topical | Search Smithsonian Collections | Search ArchiveGrid |
National Anthropological Archives
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