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Louis Pasteur

Pasteur accepts accolades on his 1884 biography

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Pasteur accepts accolades on his 1884 biography

ALS in French, signed “L. Pasteur,” one page, 5.25 x 8, May 27, 1884. Letter to an unidentified gentleman. In part (translated): “In thanking you for your kindness I renew, in my name and my son-in-law’s…the interest we take in your health. We are grateful for your very touching letter…on the subject of his book [Pasteur himself]. He has left…With his Wife and daughter…and will return to present all his wishes for your good health and a long future.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold and some scattered toning. In 1884, Pasteur’s son-in-law, René Vallery-Radot published the first biography of Pasteur. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: November Monthly
  • Dates: #395 - Ended November 14, 2012





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