Teilhard to Mme. Francoise Raphael , August 30, 1950

File — Box: 1, Folder: 26

Scope and Contents note

From the Collection:

The Raphael - Teilhard de Chardin Collection consists of thirty-seven letters, a manuscript drawing, two typed manuscripts, and a number of offprints on evolution and anthropology, all from the collection of Mrs. Francoise Raphael, an old friend of Teilhard from his early days in China. There is also a folder of black-and-white photographs.

Dates

August 30, 1950

Conditions Governing Access note

Most manuscripts collections at the Georgetown University Library Booth Family Center for Special Collections are open to researchers; however, restrictions may apply to some collections. Collections stored off-site require a minimum of three days for retrieval. For use of all manuscripts collections, researchers are advised to contact the Booth Family Center for Special Collections in advance of any visit.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.5 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Container Summary

Contains Teilhard's comments upon the recent definition of the Assumption: "...again, just as before Galileo, they do not understand that the Universe has an 'organicity' that prohibits certain fancies, something that everyone (except them) sees today."