Lot 82
Williams, William Carlos (1883-1963). Poet and novelist.
Autograph Letter Signed ("Williams"). One page, recto and verso, octavo, n.p., March 23, 1948. On his personal, initialized stationery. In black ink. To his friend Professor E. Rutan of Rutgers University. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope. With one horizontal fold, light folds at left center and toning along left edge. In fine condition overall.
With great literary content, Williams discusses some exciting possibilities that lie in his future, despite medical ailments: "…thanks for the vote, maybe I'll yet win the award if I last that long. I doubt it seriously however. Mostly I have to go to Utah, as last summer, and Seattle, this summer, to the usual literary conference, to win any respect -- I don't like the word. To win! that's it. I've been told recently that they have elected me to be custodian of Poetry at the Library of Congress for the year 1949-1950 again if I last that long -- by way of private information I am at the moment recovering (I hope) from an attack of angina pectoris: a fine opportunity for thought!…Paterson II may be ammunition for your gun -- I hope at least that you'll like it.".
Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,600.
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