ENGL 6050

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ENGL 6050
Archives and Artifacts

Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

Taught by curators and archivists in Cornell Library's Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections, this seminar provides an introduction to the analysis of books and unique archival documents as physical objects. Students will work hands-on with rare materials in the Carl A. Kroch Library to learn the skills necessary to pursue original research dependent upon locating and studying primary sources such as rare books, archival collections, photographs, and other unique artifacts. Topics covered will include descriptive bibliography and the analysis of books (their manufacture, distribution, and audiences), an introduction to archival arrangement and description, and how to navigate institutional repositories of rare materials. Students will also have the opportunity to discuss strategies and methods for locating materials related to their own projects or areas of study.


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  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  7691 ENGL 6050   SEM 101

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    • Jan 29, 2027

    • Farwell, M

      Johnson, T

      McDonald, I

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    • Feb 5, 2027

    • Farwell, M

      Johnson, T

      McDonald, I

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    • Feb 19, 2027

    • Farwell, M

      Johnson, T

      McDonald, I

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    • Feb 26, 2027

    • Farwell, M

      Johnson, T

      McDonald, I

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    • Mar 5, 2027

    • Farwell, M

      Johnson, T

      McDonald, I

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    • Mar 12, 2027

    • Farwell, M

      Johnson, T

      McDonald, I

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    • Mar 19, 2027

    • Farwell, M

      Johnson, T

      McDonald, I

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    • Apr 9, 2027

    • Farwell, M

      Johnson, T

      McDonald, I

  • Instruction Mode: In Person