The poem the Pied Piper of Hamelin is dedicated to "W.M." or "Willy" Who is W.M.?

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The poem the "Pied Piper of Hamelin" is dedicated to "W.M." or "Willy" as shown in some versions. Who was "W.M."?

Asked by Bruce M #1152997 on 5/23/2021 9:33 PM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 5/23/2021 10:49 PM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 5/23/2021 10:49 PM

W. M. the Younger is the son of Browning's friend and benefactor William Macready.