British novelist and historian (1836–1901). ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, January 17, 1888. Letter to an unidentified woman. In part: “I am really sorry to refuse your invitation—with the best wishes in the world for your success I cannot comply because I am…to leave London & partly because I am no speaker.” Pencil notations to last page, one right next to signature, and some light creasing and soiling, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.
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