Lot 314
Sassoon, Siegfried (1886-1967) English writer best known for his anti-war verse, as well as autobiographical prose works evoking English country life. Scarce Autograph Letter Signed with initials, "SS," one page, quarto, 14 Merton St., March 20 (no year). A newsy letter to "My dear Strong," probably written soon after the end of World War I, in which Sassoon was twice decorated. In part: "Oxford is pleasant enough. There are many minor poets, & a lot of bells are rung…I am leaving here for good…having taken on the literary columns of the forthcoming 'Daily Herald'…I am not sorry to leave here, as this place seems stagnant, somehow, though youth is charming & gay…I have seen a good deal of [John Edward] Masefield, who is splendid & most stimulating. No, I never went to France; they closed down Propaganda soon after I left hospital; and my trip with Winston fell through…." A bristling letter setting forth a panorama of post-war activities and many of Sasson's likes and dislikes. Slight wrinkling and overall toning, else fine. Boldly written and signed. Matted with a 4¾ x 5¾ inch image of Sassoon and framed to an overall size of 20 x 16¼ inches. Ready for display.
Estimated Value $700 - 900.
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