French politician and philosopher (1809–1865) who was the first to describe himself as an anarchist. ALS in French, signed “P. J. Proudhon,” one page, 4 x 5.5, October 24 [no year]. An untranslated message returning some “packets” and mentioning the “publicity office.” Faint intersecting folds (vertical fold through first initial), otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
