{"value"=>"<p>The Atheneum, <span class=\"title\">Negro in American Life Series</span>, 1967-1976 (.8 lin. ft.) subseries documents Atheneum's efforts to reprint books in the field of black studies in paperback format (1966-1971), and original studies on historical and contemporary topics in African-American life after 1968. Correspondence concerns Meier's discussions with Atheneum editor, Robert Zenowich, regarding paperback rights for the reprints, the writing of new introductions, and prospects for inclusion in the series. For the Books Published section of this subseries, Meier's editorial comments to the author and discussions at various stages of the writing and editing of the book are included. For the Proposals Rejected portion of the subseries, Meier's explanations for the rejection and ways to improve the manuscript, or his encouragement of additional work, which Atheneum did not receive, are included.</p>"}