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  • Letter from William Morris to William Allingham, May 19, 1881
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1881 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from English decorative artist and writer William Morris to William Allingham regarding the a bust that would be put in the Abbey. Morris states that he felt no great enthusiasm regarding the statue, and says that he shares Allingham's sentiments. Morris shares that he feels that he is wasting his time not living in the country, but mentions that his garden is a t...
  • Letter from William Morris to William Allingham, April 18, circa 1883
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1883 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from English decorative artist and writer William Morris to William Allingham thanking him for the poem he sent, which Morris calls very good. Morris mentions that one owes a grudge to "the idiot" who associated the violet with Napoleon, and that now no one can wear one in his buttonhole but people will outlive the rascals. Morris also mentions the publication, "J...
  • Letter from William Morris to William Allingham, November 26, circa 1884
    Multi-Page Item | 12 pages | 1884 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from English decorative artist and writer William Morris to William Allingham writing regarding several different topics, including theology and politics. Morris writes to Allingham about his feelings on the political climate of England, and about socialism in England as well as across Europe. He comments on Allingham's politcal views, and mentions the Stock Excha...
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