Personal Materials
Series
Identifier: I
Scope and Contents
The material contained in this section of the collection illustrates the interconnectedness of Cook's personal and professional lives. Boxes 1 and 2 contain a three-volume overview of his life and ancestry, the Autobiography of Melvin A. Cook. Box 3 contains documents that provide an overview of specific aspects of Cook's life. Folders 1-6 contain documents compiled by Cook summarizing his Creationist correspondence, travel, and academic career. Folders 7-13 and folder 19 contain documents related to Cook's interest in both the theory and practical aspects of explosives. Folders 14-18 and 20-25 contain materials related to Cook's interest in the relationship between science and religion.
Dates
- 1802-1989
Conditions Governing Access
Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.
Extent
From the Collection: 43 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Creator
- From the Collection: Cook, Melvin A. (Melvin Alonzo) (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository
Contact:
295 South 1500 East
Salt Lake City Utah 84112 United States
801-581-8863
special@library.utah.edu
295 South 1500 East
Salt Lake City Utah 84112 United States
801-581-8863
special@library.utah.edu