Leading American essayist and literary stylist of his time. TLS, one page, 5.75 x 6.75, April 18. In part: 'It is very odd indeed - so much talk about making the world a better place for our children to live in, but not allowing them on the premises. I agree with you about the Steinbeck book. Thurber had a good review of it in The New Republic, I thought.' Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, postmarked 4/18/194? (illegible). In fine condition, with brief pencil notation on reverse. RRAuction COA.