MORRIS DICKSTEIN

I wrote appreciatively of Morris's fine memoir in my "A Midcentury Journey," National Review (NY), 21 Feb. 2015. MDA

Dear Lore, Anne and I just saw this notice that Morris has died. We send you and the kids, and micro kids, our deepest sympathy -- so many memories rush back on one at these sad times. We have been far away for a long time, but not so far that we can smile and be happy to have been blessed to have been together and to feel that still.

Love, Jerry and Anne

I think that it was in my junior year at Columbia ('68-'69) that I took a course on Blake taught by Professor Dickstein. I remember him, and portions of the course, well. I looked forward to every meeting. In particular, I remember having written a paper on "The Mental Traveler", and Professor Dickstein suggested that I look into getting it published!! Never did, but a big boost to my academic self-confidence, which has served me well. I was saddened to learn of his death. There was a time...

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of God,family and friends. Please except my condolences.

Morris was a wonderful teacher and a wonderful friend---not only well-informed but full of enthusiasm for his subjects (in class and meetings), but for his students, of whom I am blessed to have been one. He was a man of infinite curiosity and intellectual rigor, but also of loving-kindness. Recently in touch with him, I miss him already and extend my most sincere condolences to his beloved wife Lore and his children. A life well-lived.

I am very saddened by the news and offer my condolences to Morris' family.
Morris was two years ahead of my class on Spectator but I was fortunate to have a fair amount of interaction with him. What I remember most vividly is his great curiosity about many diverse subjects, and an intellect to match: a rare combination. That's evident in his books.

Dear Lorie, Rachel, Jeremy,

Morris was a rare human being -- great mind, great soul -- and the world was richer for his presence. I treasure the memory of our Spectator association. May your own memories bring you comfort.''

Marty Margulies

















Dear Lorie, Rachel and Jeremy,

Morris was a rare human being -- great mind, great soul -- and the world was richer...

A wonderful teacher.