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“I love this place; I love mountains and big skies and forests. And the weather is still supremely beautiful even though the lower peaks are powdered with fresh snow. But Heavens! What sun. It never has an ending. I am basking at this minute - half past four - too hot without a hat, & the sky is that transparent blue only to be seen in autumn - the forest trees steeped in light.”

Quote by Katherine Mansfield

Book:The Collected Letters of Katherine Mansfield: Volume IV: 1920-1921
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The Collected Letters of Katherine Mansfield: Volume IV: 1920-1921

The fourth volume of The Collected Letters series showcases a wealth of correspondence from the final years of Katherine Mansfield's life. It provides a detailed look into her relationships, her writing process, and the literary scene of the time. The letters are a treasure trove of personal reflections, professional exchanges, and intimate conversations, offering a unique glimpse into the mind and life of one of the most influential modernist writers. more

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Katherine Mansfield
Katherine Mansfield

Katherine Mansfield was a New Zealand-born British writer renowned for her short stories. Her work is celebrated for its concise, direct style and profound insight into the details of everyday life. Although her writing career was brief, her influence on literature has been profound. more

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