Name/Title
Letter from O.P. Austin to Harry GeorgeEntry/Object ID
Q1430.635.133MDescription
Letter from O.P. Austin of the National Geographic Society regarding photographs Harry George wants that are part of the "Scenes from Every Land" series. Vol II pg. 133M
The letter responds to a request with information about a pamphlet describing the fourth series titled "Scenes from Every Land," a recent edition by the Society. It explains the custom of creating collections of photographs from around the world for publication. The letter notes that the plates belong to the Society and, due to high demand, they prefer to publish them in book form, mentioning that while the third and fourth series are available, the first and second are out of print. It mentions the Society's custom of compiling collections of photographs from around the world makes book form the more practical format for distribution.
The letter is signed by O.P. Austin, Secretary.Subject
O. P. Austin
National Geographic Society
"Scenes from Every Land"Subject Person/Organization
Harry L. George Collection