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  • Nathan, Emily S., b. 1907 d. 1999

    Journalist, Publicist
    New York, N.Y. (Show Bio)

    Sketches, outline, and photograph relating to José de Creeft and "Roosty Was My Friend,", [ca. 1957]

    Material assembled by Emily Nathan regarding de Creeft's story, as told to Nathan, of his pet rooster, intended by Nathan to be submitted for publication under the title "Roosty Was My Friend." Included are an introduction by Nathan, providing biographical information on de Creeft; sample text for the story (2 p.) and an outline for the remainder (3 p.), 24 drawings by de Creeft illustrating the story; and a photograph of de Creeft with a wire sculpture of Roosty, 1957, taken by Budd studio.

    Donated by Emily Nathan, 1988.

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