LeMire, Eugene D. A Bibliography of William Morris.(Book review)

From: Papers of the Bibliographical Society of Canada | Date: March 22, 2007| Author: Gordon-Craig, C. | Copyright information

LeMire, Eugene D. A Bibliography of William Morris. New Castle, Del., and London: Oak Knoll Press and The British Library, 2006. 448 pp.; US $98.00. ISBN 1584561734 (US); 071234926X (UK).

The initial reaction to Eugene D. LeMire's magnificent bibliography of William Morris is admiration, together with a certain bibliomanic covetousness. Compiled painstakingly, it is an impressive triumph, comprehensive, clearly organized, and ample in its illustrations. And in case the t...

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