British writer (1870–1945) who first came to prominence in the 1890s as the young intimate companion of Oscar Wilde. After Douglas’ father, Lord Queensbury, accused Wilde of being a “somdomite” [sic], Wilde filed the libel lawsuit that led to his own conviction and two-year prison term. ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 7, Shelley’s Folly letterhead, October 31, 1918. Letter to an unidentified gentleman. In part: “I enclose copy of the little book you wanted to see. The writer is a friend & ‘admirer’ of mine, a very good & charming man, & of course when he asked me for authorization to write the pamphlet I could not well refuse, but I would ask you to understand that I had nothing to do with its production nor can I honestly say that I care much about it. It is rather too flattering & uncritical to suit me.” In fine condition, with uniform toning to pages, and a few creases and wrinkles. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
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