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Lot #460
James Russell Lowell

On a literary scavenger hunt

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On a literary scavenger hunt

ALS signed “J. R. Lowell,” one page, 4.5 x 7, embossed personal letterhead, July 12, 1871. Lowell writes to an unnamed woman. In full: “I do not find the Joyeuse Rentrée in our University Library, nor on the catalogue of the Public Library in Boston, nor do I know of any one in this neighborhood who owns it. President White of the Cornell University had a very valuable historical collection & perhaps may have the volume you are seeking. He is generous of his books. Regretting the inability to serve you….” Accompanied by a nineteenth-century portrait engraving. In fine condition, with toning from previous framing and slightly irregular ink adhesion. R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #316 - Ended December 13, 2006