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Collection Overview

Creator:
Stein, Aurél (1862-1943)
Collector:
Mirsky, Jeannette (1903-1987)
Title:
Jeanette Mirsky Collection on Aurel Stein
Repository:
East Asian Collection
Permanent URL:
http://arks.princeton.edu/ark:/88435/vm40xw45z
Dates:
1874-1943
Size:
3 boxes
Storage Note:
  • ea: Box 1-3
Language:
English

Abstract

This collection consists of reference files collected by Jeanette Mirsky for her book Sir Aurel Stein, archaeological explorer (1977). It includes original material passed on by the family as well as reproductions from a number of archival collections.

Collection Description & Creator Information

Scope and Contents

This collection consists of reference files collected by Jeanette Mirsky for her book Sir Aurel Stein, archaeological explorer (1977). It includes original material passed on by the family as well as reproductions from a number of archival collections.

Collection Creator Biography:

Mirsky

Jeannette Mirsky Ginsburg was an American author and biographer whose work centered on the history of exploration. She was a long-time resident of Princeton, NJ, where she died in 1987.


Stein

Sir Marc Aurel Stein was a Hungarian-born British archaeologist, primarily known for his explorations and archaeological discoveries in Central Asia. His collection of books and manuscripts taken from Dunhuang caves is important for the study of the history of Central Asia and the art and literature of Buddhism. He wrote several volumes on his expeditions and discoveries which include Ancient Khotan, Serindia and Innermost Asia. Stein died in 1943.

Collection History

Acquisition:

The type of acquisition of this collection is unknown.

Accruals

A travel permit/passport for Stein was combined with Pulinsidun da xue Dong Ya tu shu guan cang Dunhuang Tulufan wen xian.

Appraisal

No materials were removed from the collection at the time of processing.

Processing Information

Finding aid compiled by Regine Heberlein.

Access & Use

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research use.

Conditions Governing Use

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Permanent URL:
http://arks.princeton.edu/ark:/88435/vm40xw45z
Location:
Firestone Library
One Washington Road
Princeton, NJ 08540, USA
Storage Note:
  • ea: Box 1-3