No CCTV on William Blake's pleasant pastures seen | Brief letters
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The article highlights several reflections inspired by Philip Hoare's insights on William Blake and his legacy, including thoughts on the lesser-known spots tied to literary figures. Readers share their personal experiences, like longing for a revival of Adrian Mitchell's 'Tyger' musical, reflecting on dog adoption grief, and critiquing Americanisms in language. The connections between historical and contemporary references underline the cultural relevance of places associated with significant figures, illustrating how literature continues to resonate in current conversations.
Philip Hoare's article made me wish someone would revive Adrian Mitchell's musical Tyger, performed by the National Theatre in the early 70s. The music alone deserves a wider audience.
Re unwanted Americanisms (Letters, 3 June), I bet there is no respectable Shakespearean ancestry for my pet hate: train station. And I do hope that I have used the colon correctly.
I so feel for John Crace's grief over the loss of Herbie. It took us eight years to contemplate getting our next dog and so on until our current pooch.
Jackson Lamb's crew in the Slow Horses novels and TV series, as it doesn't have CCTV surveillance; as much under the radar as the artist himself, and his wife.
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