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Tanner, Joseph Robson (1860-1931) historian
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Papers relating to the Cambridge Medieval History Series

  • Camb. Medieval History
  • Collection
  • 1911–1930 (Mainly dated between 1920 and 1930. A few dating from 1911.)

The papers in this collection relate to the work of C. W. Previté-Orton, J. R. Tanner and Z. N. Brooke, though there is some earlier correspondence relating to J. P. Whitney. Included is correspondence with historians and between the editors. There are also notebooks relating to the work of editorship.

The Cambridge Medieval History

Autograph letter, signed, to the editors of the Cambridge Medieval History from G. L. Burr, New York

Some years before had been asked to write on magic, witchcraft and astrology but will now have to refuse. Feels it is best to let them know now before they contact him and it is too late. Has been prevailed upon to be literary executor to two old friends and has now no time to write anything further. Suggests Professor Lynn Thorndike as a possible replacement or Dr Joseph Hansen. Feels that astrology no longer should be bracketed with witchcraft and magic but more associated with astronomy and suggests Professor Tatlock may be interested.

Autograph letter, signed, to J. R. Tanner from J. B. Bury, Southwold

Thinks that Bevan's idea is right, though he will devote most space to Baghdad and Cairo before the 11th century. Believes that Stanley Lane-Poole is the best man. Hates the word culture though anthropologists love it. Has read an item on the Bulgarian kingdom but was unimpressed. Hopes that JRT will come to Cambridge to vote against the feminists.

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