Papers, 1882-1937.

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Papers, 1882-1937.

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Includes 384 letters, 1882-1922, from Blunt to the journalist and author Wilfrid Meynell, together with additional correspondence of Blunt and Meynell. Some of Blunt's letters reflect his interest in Egypt and opposition to British occupation. Also includes some manuscripts and proofs of writings by Blunt, writings by others, photographs, clippings, and other printed matter.

5 boxes (2.5 linear ft.)

Houghton Library

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Meynell, Wilfrid, 1852-1948

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Wilfrid Meynell was born in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Yorkshire on November 17, 1852. Birth registry and census records indicate that he was probably born Wilfrid Isaac Mennell, to George and Hannah (Tuke) Mennell, but documentation of his name change to "Meynell" is lacking. His family was Quaker, but at the age of eighteen Wilfrid converted to Catholicism and moved to London to pursue a career in journalism. He also wrote poetry, contributing verses to Emily Priestman's Simple Tales (1873), and he ...

Blunt, Wilfrid Scawen, 1840-1922

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Wilfred Scawen Blunt was an English author and explorer. He was born in Sussex, and served in the diplomatic corps in Europe and South America. He retired in 1872, married Anne Isabella Noel, Lord Byron's granddaughter, and they travelled through Europe and the Middle East, and went into partnership breeding Arabian horses. He vociferously opposed British imperialism, and was imprisoned in 1888 for supporting Irish Home Rule. He kept a diary for most of his adult life, and also wrote numerous tr...