William Morris And His Circle (1908)

William Morris and His Circle is a book written by John William Mackail in 1908. It is a comprehensive account of the life and work of William Morris, a prominent figure in the Arts and Crafts movement of the late 19th century. The book covers Morris's childhood, education, and early career as an artist and designer, as well as his involvement in politics and social reform. It also explores Morris's relationships with other notable figures of the time, including Pre-Raphaelite artists Dante Gabriel Rossetti and Edward Burne-Jones, and his close friend and collaborator, architect and designer Philip Webb. Mackail's book provides a detailed analysis of Morris's artistic and literary output, including his poetry, prose, and designs for furniture, wallpaper, and textiles. The book is considered a seminal work on Morris and the Arts and Crafts movement, and remains a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of Victorian art and design.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.