Gregory (Lady Augusta).  A worn copy of her Biography of Hug...

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Gregory (Lady Augusta).  A worn copy of her Biography of Hugh Lane, 1921, inscribed on f.e.p. to [Fred] Harris – ‘You may remember that it was under your roof that I made the decision to write this book, two years ago – and it is again at Derreen that I write your name in it and offer it to you .. Sept. 16 1921’.

With two ALS on her Coole Park notepaper laid in, August 21 (probably 1919), 3 pp (two sheets), accepting an offer of hospitality at his home in Sandycove, Dublin, and Aug. 30 (1919) thanking him for same.  ‘You were very kind to me & made everything so easy & pleasant – the sight of the good houses at the Abbey was also a delight - & I feel that we are on the upward road ..’  With one postally used envelope addressed in Lady Gregory’s hand. As a collection, w.a.f. (1)

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Auction Date: 6th Dec 2022 at 10:15am

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