The Richard Critchfield Papers are organized in two parts. The first part consists of the original collection as it was organized in 1974. This part dates 1938-1974 and comprises 24 archives boxes and 1 reel of microfilm. It focuses on Critchfield's early career, his years in Vietnam, and his work on The Golden Bowl Be Broken. Part 2 consists of additional papers received after 1974 and organized in 1987. This part dates 1952-1987 and comprises 16 archives boxes, 2 tape recordings, and photographs. It focuses on his continued Third World research and the same themes as illustrated in his own family history.
