Thanks WW for and comments on his suggestions on JH's translation of Book XXIV of Homer's Iliad.
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Thanks WW for and comments on his suggestions on JH's translation of Book XXIV of Homer's Iliad.
Sends Book XXIV of JH's Iliad translation. Pleased with his translation, but worries whether a publisher will take it. JH's daughter Maria enjoyed visiting WW; daughter Amelia arriving soon.
Delighted by visit from JH's daughter Maria and her new husband. Looks forward to meeting Mr. Prescott [see JH's 1865-10-22].
Is returning Book XXIV of JH's Iliad translation. Asks him about his plans for publication. Has written letter of introduction for JH's daughter Maria.
Describes JH's search for a publisher of JH's Iliad translation. Sending a sample to [Matthew] Arnold. Hopes WW is better; feels very old.
Asks WW to recommend JH's Iliad translation to Macmillan. Discusses possibility of publication of selections.
Macmillan is publishing JH's Iliad translation. Wishes to dedicate it to WW. [Matthew] Arnold wrote an encouraging letter on the sample translation sent him. Daughter Isabella appreciates your hospitality.