From 1938 to 1947, Wright Morris produced remarkable
photographs in conjunction with his books. His clarity of line
and classic style is often reminiscent of the great depression
era photographers. Awarded a number of Guggenheim Fellowships in
photography, his work is brilliant and extremely sensitive. The
emotional impact of a Wright Morris print is equalled only by the
text which usually accompanies it.
Wright Morris passed away in April 1998 at the age of 88. He is
mourned by both the literary and the photographic world as an icon
of his times. His work is represented in every major museum collection
in the country. When Wright Morris passed away, America lost a
piece of itself. His photographs will continue to reminds us of
our past and the fiber of which we Americans are made.
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