ALS signed “G. W. Carver,” two pages both sides, 8.5 x 11, Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute letterhead, July 28, 1931. Letter to Ralph Doubleday. In part: “I am indeed interested in great spirits, your poems speak for themselves, God has richly endowed you with this splendid gift. When you know me, (which I hope you will soon) you will find that I abhor that insincere abomination known as flattery. I do not indulge in it….I think it nothing short of marvelous, that, young as you are you interpret so well. You already have a splendid foundation. Keep building upon it. The Chambered Nautilus is a fine example of my fondest hopes for you. When we have a chance to talk I will tell you and show you what I mean by interpreting nature, you are going to learn it readily and really make it a part of yourself, fitting it into this modern age in a helpful way that is now being done.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Carver’s hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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