SFU Library series talk: Paul Whitney 'The Confessions of a Modern Firsts Collector' November 14, 2007

Simon Fraser University Library's Special Collections presents the series 'Share the Enthusiasm' featuring collectors discussing their collections/collecting.

Previous speakers from the series include Ron Cohen, David Carlin, Dr. Andrew Feenberg, Dr. Wally Chung, Yosef Wosk, Richard Peck, John Meier, and John Keenlyside.

Paul Whitney, long time collector and head of the Vancouver Public Library, will speak on his collection of modern firsts, as well as his collecting of certain music and underground comix.

Title: 'Honey, It's Just Like Money in the Bank and Other Myths: The Confessions of a Modern Firsts Collector'

RSVP at 778.782.4658 or email [email protected]

Free admission. Refreshments will be served.

Official Website: http://www.lib.sfu.ca/about/collections/specificcollections/specialcollections/newsevents.htm