Give me love and work—these two only.

—William Morris

About William Morris

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William Morris (24 March 1834 – 3 October 1896) was an English textile designer, poet, artist, writer, and socialist activist associated with the British Arts and Crafts movement. He was a major contributor to the revival of traditional British textile arts and methods of production. His literary contributions helped to...

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History

14 Jan 2014 Added
26 Oct 2026 Wording changed

Previous wording

Give me love and work - these two only.