Autograph letter signed from Walter Herries Pollock, Alton, Hampshire, to William Winter, New Brighton [manuscript], 1914 November 10.

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Autograph letter signed from Walter Herries Pollock, Alton, Hampshire, to William Winter, New Brighton [manuscript], 1914 November 10.

Pollock refers to "this most horrible conflict thrust upon us by an insensate, homicidal-maniacal monarch." Draws parallels to Gilles de Rais. Mentions that The great adventure was well worth seeing, both for the play and for acting. On Pollock's personal letterhead for Chawton Lodge, Alton, Hants. With envelope addressed to Winter.

1 leaf ; 26 x 20 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7441029

Folger Shakespeare Library

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