Background, biographical information, 1963 - 1990
Scope and Contents
This collection contains approximately a dozen essays and writings by Alinsky, as well as correspondence written to Alinsky, and condolence letters to his wife Jean upon his death in 1972. The essays and writings deal with a variety of sociological issues from mass movements to integration and community in Chicago (Ill.). The collection also contains correspondence related to community organizing in Italy, and the United States, as well as Alinsky's manuscripts and provactive writing style. Alinsky also writes to his wife outlining community problems in Rome and Vatican City. The letters are primarily undated, but span the 1960s-1970s.
Dates
- Creation: 1963 - 1990
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open to the public and must be used in the John M.K. Davis Reading Room of the Watkinson Library, Trinity College Library, Hartford, Connecticut. Researchers must register and agree to copyright and privacy laws when using this collection.
Extent
From the Collection: .25 Cubic Feet : 1 flat box
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Watkinson Library - Archival Collections Repository
Trinity College Library
300 Summit St.
Hartford Connecticut 06106