Incoming letters (chiefly from Siegfried Sassoon), with press cuttings and photographs, 1926-1959
Scope and Contents
This is primarily a bundle of love letters from Siegfried Sassoon to Hester Gatty. After the marriage they include more social, literary and family news. Sassoon often refers to his health, particularly to his insomnia. Letters from other individuals may be present in the bundle because Sassoon forwarded them to Hester for her to read or respond to.
Dates
- Creation: 1926-1959
Creator
- From the Sub-Series: Sassoon, Hester, 1906-1973 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
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Extent
2 folder(s) (95 items) : paper; photograph
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
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