William Leonard Courtney Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
WILLIAM LEONARD COURTNEY
Born: 1850 in Pune, Maharashtra, India
Died: November 01, 1928 in London, England, United Kingdom
Biography
William Leonard Courtney (1850-1928) was an author, philosopher, and journalist, first beginning his education at Somerset College. After finishing his education, he was appointed Headmaster of Somersetshire College and remained there for some years before transferring to Oxford in 1876 to lecture. During his time at Oxford he focused on philosophy, lecturing, and writing for many years. He also worked as a journalist during his stay at Oxford, writing for The World, The Fortnightly Review, Edinburgh Review, and The Daily Telegraph. He was chief editor of The Fortnightly Review from 1894 until his death. His own publications include Life of John Stuart Mill (1889), The Feminine Note in Fiction (1904), and In Search of Egeria (1911).
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WILLIAM LEONARD COURTNEY - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 05/01/1891 - HFSID 318475Letter signed by William Leonard Courtney, dated May 1, 1891, contains poetic lines. Autographed with "Leonard Courtney", it reflects his work as an author and philosopher. The letter discusses themes of adjustment and strength, showcasing his literary style.Price: $320.00
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WILLIAM LEONARD COURTNEY - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 10/24/1895 - HFSID 172032Handwritten letter signed by William Leonard Courtney, dated October 24, 1895, discussing a publication in The Fortnightly Review. The letter includes his signature, "W. L. Courtney", and expresses interest in publishing a translation by Prof. Wagner.
Price: $460.00
