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US US-kylobm TMC-1b-A-038-#2
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1960-11-29, HLS to Merton, 'Word has reached me that you are writing a book on the religion of the Shakers, to'
Date(s)
- 1960 November 29 (Creation)
Extent
1 page(s); Holograph (handwritten) signed letter.
Name of creator
(1894-1964)
Biographical history
Edward Deming Andrews was a foremost authority on the United Society of Believers in Christ's Second Appearing, or the Shakers. As Merton became exposed to the remains of the community at Pleasant Hill, he sought out Andrews' expertise. After Edward's death, Merton corresponded with his wife, Faith (see "Andrews, Faith Elizabeth" file). (Source: «The Hidden Ground of Love».)
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First lines: "Word has reached me that you are writing a book on the religion of the Shakers, to be illustrated by"... Contents index: [sends unknown enclosure] Shirley Burden illustrator / Harold Hugo and reproduction of Shaker furniture.
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- English
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A Meeting of Angels