Distinguished French novelist (1802-1870) of such historical classics as The Count of Monte Cristo, The Three Musketeers, and The Man in the Iron Mask. ALS in French, signed "Alex Dumas," one page, 4 x 6.25, no date. Brief letter to a friend. In full (translated): "Come dine at Prelaville today at Hyppolite Leroy's-and bring your dish with you. I'll be doing the cooking." Scattered light creases, wrinkling, and toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Dumas was a renowned cook and wrote a 'Dictionnaire de Cuisine.'
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