A sedative at daybreak

This material is held atSenate House Library Archives, University of London

  • Reference
    • GB 96 MS1180
  • Dates of Creation
    • 1st Jan 1950 - 31st Dec 1950
  • Name of Creator
  • Language of Material
    • English
  • Physical Description
    • 1 item

Scope and Content

Typescript copy of poem, "A sedative at daybreak" by Laurie Whistler. With etchings by Joan Hassall. This copy was a gift to Walter de la Mare. Inscribed "And to dearest WJdlM with love, always, from LW".

Administrative / Biographical History

Laurence Whistler won the first king's gold medal for poetry in 1935. He published twelve books of poetry. Whistler was famed for his prodigious skill in point engraving on to glass. His work may be seen in many museums and numerous churches, including Salisbury Cathedral.

Access Information

Open for research although a full working day's notice should be given.

Archivist's Note

Compiled by Stacey Anderson (07/03/22).

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