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Paradise, Piece by Piece, 1941 - 2000, bulk: 1994 - 2000

 Sub-Series
Identifier: A

Scope and Contents

This sub-series contains records related to Paradise, Piece by Piece, Peacock's memoir about her choice not to have children. These records include drafts, edits, cover art designs, legal insurance files, publication correspondence, proofs, an audiobook, publicity files, and planning for book tours and release parties. The sub-series covers both the Canadian and American releases for the book, through M&S and Riverhead Books respectively.

Dates

  • Creation: 1941 - 2000
  • Creation: Majority of material found within 1994 - 2000

Conditions Governing Access

The digital material has not yet been fully reviewed for access and may contain additional restricted materials. Because staff will need to review materials for restrictions before providing access, researchers should email speccoll@binghamton.edu about the collection well ahead of any research visit.

The analog portion of the collection is open for research use and has no known restrictions.

Historical Note

Paradise, Piece by Piece went by several titles before publication, including "Chilfree," "Childless," "Their Best Choice," and "A Complete Woman." The book was published in 1998 by M&S in Canada and Riverhead Books in the US.

Extent

From the Collection: 57 Linear Feet (70 boxes, and map case drawers)

Language of Materials

From the Series: English

Arrangement

This sub-series is arranged chronologically.

Repository Details

Part of the Binghamton University Libraries Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Binghamton NY 13902 USA