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Publisher Richard Cobden Sanderson was the son of British bookbinder and printer Thomas James Cobden. In 1919, Richard Cobden
Sanderson established himself as a publisher, with partners Kenneth Rae and Boofie Gore (later Lord Arran). From his office
at Thavies Inn, Holborn, Cobden Sanderson earned a reputation for publishing books noted for the quality of their content
and presentation. The letters to Richard Cobden Sanderson consist of over 375 letters (.6 linear feet), several documents,
and a prospectus for Cobden Sanderson's publication, The Annual. Although most of the letters are addressed to Richard Cobden Sanderson, some are written to his wife Gwladys (Sally), and
certainly most refer to her. The letters reflect the deep friendships formed between the Cobden Sandersons and their acquaintances
and publishing associates. Letters written during World War II offer vivid and detailed accounts of life in Great Britain
during the war, i.e. the bombing of London, the displacement of families, rationing, the necessity for vegetable gardening
and livestock management by anyone with land, the loss of friends and family, work at the Ministry of Information, among other
topics.
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