Three ALSs to Emile Forgues, signed “W. M. Thackeray,” each one page, circa 1843. The longest, in part: “I am only just arrived from an unlucky journey of 3 weeks in Holland & Belgium, during which I lost…a pocket book containing all my money…[and] the use of my right eye which is at present closed by an inflammation and replaced (outwardly) by a bandage which does not increase my beauty.” Another, in part: “A friend of mine an English artist has promised to…take a share of a bachelor dinner. It will give us great pleasure, if you will join in the attack on the beef-steak pie.” The third, in part: “I will call at your house…and shall be very glad indeed to make M. Gavarni’s acquaintance.” Intersecting folds (some folds passing through signatures), edge toning, and scattered staining, otherwise overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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