ALS in French, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 7.5, August 6, [1860]. Letter to poet Achille Millien whose La Moisson (The Harvest) appeared in 1860. In full (translated): “I thank you, Sir, and I applaud you. The fragrance of the meadows and the breath of the woods are in the charming Georgics (bucolic poetry) you sent me. That is sweet to breathe at this moment when air is lacking. But I, I prefer the air of freedom even to the air of nature. In exchange for your graceful verses I will send you some serious stanzas. They too are true. Receive them as I offer them to you, cordially. I shake your hand, poet.” Reverse of second page bears an address panel in another hand. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, two through single letters of signature, paper loss to second page from wax seal, scattered toning and soiling, and a few creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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