Princeton University Press William Morris Collected Letters Vol II, Part A (1881-1884)

Explore the personal and professional life of one of the most influential figures in art and design. This volume from the Princeton Legacy Library provides a deep look into the surviving correspondence of William Morris between 1881 and 1884. As a poet, craftsman, master printer, and designer, Morris had a massive impact on his era, and these letters reveal the man behind the work. This specific part of the collection focuses on a major transition in his life: his dedicated work as a political activist. By reading these original letters, researchers and history enthusiasts can understand the motivations and thoughts that drove his social and political engagement during these years. Originally published in 1988, this edition is part of the Princeton Legacy Library. Using modern print-on-demand technology, Princeton University Press makes these previously out-of-print books available again. This allows students, scholars, and collectors to access high-quality reproductions of important historical documents that were once difficult to find.