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William Morris was a prominent 19th-century British artist, poet, designer, and socialist. Known for his revival of medieval art and his contributions to the modern design movement, Morris advocated for craftsmanship and natural beauty in his designs. His work influenced the art and design of the late Victorian era.

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“By God! I will not tell you more to-day, Judge any way you will - what matters it?”

Way Matter Judging What Matters

Book:The Collected Works of William Morris: With Introductions by His Daughter May Morris

Source: The Collected Works of William Morris: With Introductions by His Daughter May Morris

“Whiles in the early Winter eve We pass amid the gathering night Some homestead that we had to leave Years past; and see its candles bright Shine in the room beside the door Where we were merry years agone But now must never enter more, As still the dark road drives us on. E'en so the world of men may turn At even of some hurried day And see the ancient glimmer burn Across the waste that hath no way; Then with that faint light in its eyes A while I bid it linger near And nurse in wavering memories The bitter-sweet of days that were.”

Source: The House of the Wolfings: A Tale of the House of the Wolfings and All the Kindreds of the Mark

“I am going your way, so let us go hand in hand. You help me and I'll help you. We shall not be here very long ... so let us help one another while we may.”

Way May Long Helping Hands Encouragement Help Me Hand In Hand

Author:William Morris

“A good way to rid one's self of a sense of discomfort is to do something. That uneasy, dissatisfied feeling is actual force vibrating out of order; it may be turned to practical account by giving proper expression to its creative character.”

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Author:William Morris

“With the arrogance of youth, I determined to do no less than to transform the world with Beauty. If I have succeeded in some small way, if only in one small corner of the world, amongst the men and women I love, then I shall count myself blessed, and blessed, and blessed, and the work goes on.”

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Author:William Morris

About the Author

Born: March 24, 1834
Died: October 3, 1896
Known for: Artist
Quotes: 93

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The Collected Works of William Morris: With Introductions by His Daughter May MorrisRelated source material

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