American author and naturalist (1863–1924) whose novels include Laddie, Freckles, and A Girl of the Limberlost. ALS, one page on a 5.5 x 3.5 monogrammed stationery card, no date. Response to an admirer. In full: “Most of the characters in all my books are taken from life; from the best, cleanest life I know.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature. RR Auction COA.
