Identity area
Reference code
Kendon/Box 9/2/10
Unique identifier
GB 275 Kendon/Box 9/2/10
Title
Autograph letter, signed, from Goudhurst
Date(s)
- 19 March 1925 (Creation)
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Extent and medium
7p Manuscript paper
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Scope and content
The book on Cambridge has been cancelled. Gives thanks for the offer of £20 but turns it down. Philosphically discusses commercialism and 'modern machine-run society' and is scathing about both. Gives a critique of Samul Butler's novel 'Erewhon' and compares it unfavourably with William Morris' 'News from Nowhere'. Asks after HG's research and consoles him in his efforts to gain a Fellowship. Discusses the pros and cons of science. Gives news of his sister's impending marriage, and mentions that she still speaks affectionately of HG.