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Peter Harkness's avatar

That's very kind, Portia! Glad you enjoyed it.

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Etta Madden's avatar

I love your witty voice and the details here, Peter! I feel as though I walked through the museum with you, smiling as you occasionally whispered clever words about your observations. 😎😎😎

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Deborah Vass's avatar

What a delight this is! And long may such gems continue. I think Chris Bryant an excellent choice and do hope he exerts pressure for the importance of the arts. I love Heywood Summer's book, and treasure my old copy, and a lovely surprise to see it appears here.

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Peter Harkness's avatar

Thank you! Bryant is a good man and has arrived in a sound place politically after some wanderings as a younger chap. He was at Oxford with my wife, with whom he keeps in touch. I think he will hold his own against Whitehall intransigence. I confess I was unaware of Sumner until my visit - you’re never too old to learn!

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Deborah Vass's avatar

If anyone will put up a fight, it is him! I admire him hugely and it is good to hear that my admiration is well founded. ( He certainly put Boris in his place!)If you don't already have Summer's book, it is quite beautiful.

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Portia's avatar

It's like I was there, enjoying the visit with you, Peter. Thanks!

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Thalia Toha's avatar

Heywood’s work is definitely the standout one in this piece. I’ll have to add the museum to my list of to read and research about. I appreciate this coverage, Peter.

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