Distinguished author (1811–1896) whose epochal 1852 novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin brought the issue of slavery to the fore of American consciousness and became one of the classics of nineteenth-century literature. Ink signature, “Very truly yours, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Mandarin, Florida, May 15, 1884,” on an off-white 4.5 x 3 card. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. In very fine condition. R&R COA.