English traveler and soldier (1842–1885) known for describing his journey on horseback to the Khanate of Khiva through Russian Asia in the book A Ride to Khiva, which brought him immediate fame. Third-person ALS signed twice in the text, “Lt. Colonel Burnaby,” one page both sides, 4.75 x 7, Cavalry Barracks letterhead, September 15, 1881. In part: “Lt. Colonel Burnaby presents his compliments to the author of Relton Reggs & begs to thank him.” Reverse of second integral page bears an ALS from the aforementioned author and recipient of this letter, Luis Jackson, transmitting it to a collector. In fine condition, with some show-through from writing to opposing sides and mounting remnants to reverse. RR Auction COA.
