United KingdomA collection of letters written by a young Morrissey, prior to the formation of The Smiths, are set to be auctioned. These letters, addressed to his Birmingham pen friend Simon Pitt, span the years 1974 to 1979 and include reflections on Morrissey's early ambitions, his views on music, and personal experiences. One letter mentions his desire to become a rock 'n' roll star or actor, while another expresses frustration over being overlooked as a genius. The letters also discuss Morrissey's attendance at a Sex Pistols concert, his interactions with notable figures like Patti Smith, and his thoughts on politics, including criticism of Margaret Thatcher. The auction, titled 'Before The Smiths: The Morrissey Letters,' will take place at Dawsons Auctioneers in London on 26 August.
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Why factuality (95): The article provides specific details about the letters, including dates (1974–1979), the recipient (Simon Pitt), the auction house (Dawsons Auctioneers), and the estimated value (£22,000). It references the 2017 film *England Is Mine* and mentions Morrissey’s critical view of The Sex Pistols, all o
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