Italian writer born Kurt Erich Suckert (1898–1957) whose chosen surname is a play on Napoleon's family name ‘Bonaparte.’ ALS in Italian, signed “Malaparte,” one page, 8.75 x 10.75, La Voce letterhead, December 1, 1927. Letter to “Dear von Leiser,” translated in full: “I have not received anything yet. Has the envelope really been sent to me? I’ve been working hard on the Grasset contract. Good news. Do write to me.” Intersecting folds, tiny tear to the top edge, a couple ink and pencil notations, and a ‘La Voce’ stamp above the signature, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
