The Frederick Taylor Gates collection is comprised of one series: Typescript. The Typescript series contains the carbon copy of Chapters in My Life, which was used in the publication of the book.

This collection consists of Rossiter Johnson's manuscript memoirs, "The Gossip of a Lifetime," part 1 and part 2. The manuscript discussed Johnson's early life and experiences in Rochester, New York along with his later life in New York City including his jobs, his associations with people, and his literary career and works. The collection also contains letters of amendments, and a contract between Johnson, Oscar Fay Adams, and Ticknor and Company for publishing.