Third-person ALS signed three times in the text, “Mr. Van Buren,” one page both sides (and dated on an adjoining sheet), 4.25 x 7, April 1, 1832. Letter to a lady. In part: “Mr. Van Buren presents his compliments to…Miss De Roos, and begs her to accept of a copy of Mr. Washington Irving’s last book ‘The Alhambra,’ which is to appear on the first of May…which Mr. Vail will do Mr. Van Buren the favor…to present to Miss De Roos as a token of his respect & regard. That the book will prove to be an excellent one Mr. Van Buren does not doubt.” In fine condition. Van Buren was close friends with Irving, who resigned as secretary to the American legation in London to focus on finishing Tales of the Alhambra. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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