Signed Postmarked Envelope by Masefield John: Signed (1 results)

Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. 1st Edition. Single sheet, 7" x 9", on Masefield's Pinbury Park stationery, folded as expected. A fine and revealing letter in which the Poet Laureate writes, "Thank you for your charming letter & gift. My arm is strained, and I'm not allowed to write, but I must send you for this line, to thank you & wish you a happy Easter. No Readings: none. Macey." The signature, "Macey," was Masefield's familiar nickname, used among close friends and family. Written during one of Masefield's busiest periods as Poet Laureate (1930-1967), this letter offers a rare glimpse into the physical toll of his prodigious output. His reference to a "strained arm" likely reflects the demands of long hours spent writing by hand - an occupational hazard for a poet, novelist, dramatist, and public figure deeply engaged in correspondence, readings, and literary duties. British poet, novelist and dramatist John Masefield (1878-1967) served as Poet Laureate of Great Britain from 1930 until his death. Signed.…