French naturalist writer (1850-1893) considered the greatest French author of short stories. Uncommon ALS in French, one page both sides, 5.25 x 8.25, July 23, 1882. Untranslated handwritten letter to Monsieur Fontaine in Sartrouville. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds with small edge splits, and some light creasing and toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in his own hand.
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