“So I say, if you cannot learn to love real art; at least learn to hate sham art and reject it. It is not because the wretched thing is so ugly and silly and useless that I ask you to cast it from you; it is much more because these are but the outward symbols of the poison that lies within them; look through them and see all that has gone to their fashioning, and you will see how vain labour, and sorrow, and disgrace have been their companions from the first-and all this for trifles that no man really needs!”
Quote by William Morris
Work
The Collected Works of William Morris: With Introductions by His Daughter May Morris
The Collected Works of William Morris: With Introductions by His Daughter May Morris is a compilation of the literary and artistic contributions of William Morris, a prominent figure in the Pre-Raphaelite movement. The volume features his poetry, including works like 'The Defence of Guenevere' and 'The Earthly Paradise,' as well as his prose, which includes both fiction and non-fiction. The collection is enhanced by May Morris's personal insights and introductions to each section, providing context and commentary on her father's work. more
Author
William Morris
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. more
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