Letters, 1908-1919, to Oakes Ames | WorldCat.org (original) (raw)

Summary:Eighty-three letters principally from Updike to Ames regarding the printing and publication of Ames' Orchidaceae, issued in 7 fascicles between 1905-1922. All aspects of the book design process are discussed including selection of papers, inks and type-faces. Includes letters from Updike's partner, John Bianchi, as well as bills and invoices and a pen and ink drawing of an orchid, possibly by Blanche Ames. The bulk of the letters fall around 1909