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Two notebooks used as journals by Greg Boyle; they are marked as volumes 3 and 4.

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Two bound volumes with notes by Greg Boyle, and various items (notes, poems, drawings) from clients taped in.

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Commemorative photograph book from a party at the ranch of John and Geri Cusenza, inscribed by attendees.

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Handmade book from Ediciones Viagia in Mantanzas Cuba.

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Handmade book. Authors include: Lauren Shufran, Olive Demetrius, Rebecca Stanievich, Lorna Perez, Robin Brix, Tika Milan.

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Four yearbooks from the school Greg Boyle both attended and taught at, 1972, 1979, 1980, 1981.

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Binder of photocopied poems, presumably by Homeboy clients, all of whom are identified only by their first name.

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Binder of photocopied poems from high school students.

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Handmade book from Animita Cartonera in Santiago Chile.

Scope and Content From the Collection: This collection consists primarily of correspondence written by Homeboy clients and family members to Homeboy founder Father Greg Boyle. Many of these clients were gang members incarcerated at the time of their writing. They ask for assistance, describe conditions within the prison, and discuss their alleged crimes and potential parole.The administrative records consist largely of copies of thank-you letters sent to donors. There is also information on the physical plant of Homeboy...