Boldly penned ALS signed “R. W. Emerson,” one page, 5 x 8, November 13, 1856. Letter to James Freeman Clarke, American Unitarian clergyman and the author of Common Sense in Religion. In full: “My dear Sir, On coming home, I find I am released from a promised visit to New Haven, on Thursday, 20th inst. So, if that day is still free to you for a meeting, I shall like very well to come. Wednesday is still open, too, if that suits you better.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Emerson’s poetry first appeared in print in the Western Messenger magazine, which Clarke edited, and both were members of the Transcendental Club. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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