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in pencil Marion 9/20/32
Dear Charles - - - It was a delight to get home and find the painting waiting. It seems to me you have
already sent me too much. It is lovely, having a strange floating tender quality that stirs me.
I have just come from Europe and my new novel is about to come out soon. I went to Europe suddenly - unexpectedly. Romain
Rolland had put out a call to workers and intellectuals of all countries - to react - to try to make together some progress against the hatred being built up, all over Europe. A rich woman offered to pay my way and I went.
It was exciting and dramatic. I think there was the beginnings of understanding, between German & French workers and
peasants. The workers and peasants spoke marvelously.
I think I am satisfied with my new book and am anxious for you to see it. I think it is alive and solid. It is a disturbing book but
it should be.
I wish I could see you. It is very beautiful here now. Write me. How are plans? Will you be able to work through the winter?
My love to Kack.
Sherwood