Seven degrees of John Pilgrim

[shewhomust]

I didn't recognise the name 'John Pilgrim' (and the internet points out that Marvel comics have an entirely different John Pilgrim, but I didn't recognise him, either). He played washboard with the Vipers skiffle group, and, okay, that name does ring the faintest of bells. But just read his Guardian obituary for a whole constellation of familiar names (including the obituarist).

As always, your mileage may vary, and what is familiar depends on your age, background and interests. But if you want to know what connects Philip Larkin to Pussy Cat Willum, just follow the link ...

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[sovay]

But just read his Guardian obituary for a whole constellation of familiar names (including the obituarist).

"One of their customers, the historian Eric Hobsbawm, encouraged Pilgrim to return to education."

[shewhomust]

Well, exactly: you snag on Eric Hobsbawm, I snag on Wally Whyton: we have names for every taste and pocket ...

[cmcmck]

Larkin moved to Hull after a spell as librarian here in Wellington.

The modern library is in Larkin Way as a result.

He loathed both equally (very Larkin-esque, that) although forgave the town when he was invited back to open the new library.

[shewhomust]

More connections! How appropriate...