He was a member of the Black Watch Association and the Boston Authors' Club, was the recipient of the Edgar Award of the Mystery Writers of America in 1962, and was the recipient of the Frienship Award of the Federal Republic of Germany. In 1966 he married Sharon Soong, whom he divorced in 1981 and with whom he had one daughter, Sara. Correspondents include Ezra Pound and Henry Beston, although letters are chiefly exchanged among family members and personal friends. Writings include notes, drafts, plate proofs, galleys, and published articles. The collection also includes an extensive number of pamphlets and notes documenting Russell's military career.
Smaller series comprise biographical information, images, clippings, and printed ephemera.
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