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Lot #518
Evelyn Waugh Autograph Letter Signed, Declining a Speaking Engagement: "Only someone fanatically devoted to public speaking could reasonably be expected to accept"

Estimate: $800+

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Description

ALS, one page, 5 x 8, Easton Court Hotel letterhead, October 15, [no year]. Handwritten letter to a gentleman, in part: "I notice that the promise given to any writer's books in your exhibition depends on his publisher's arrangements…also that the special publicity devoted to the speakers has to be divided among thirty four. It seems to me that in the circumstances only someone fanatically devoted to public speaking could reasonably be expected to accept. I dislike it very much and only attempt it for charity or clear personal gain. I hope the exhibition is a great success & that your thirty four orators have their audience spell bound—but please excuse me from competing with them." In fine condition.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts Featuring Art and Literature
  • Dates: December 20, 2024 - January 08, 2025





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