French-American traveler and anthropologist (1835-1903) best known as the first modern outsider to confirm the existence of gorillas and the Pygmy people of central Africa. ALS signed “P. B. Du Chaillu,” one page, 4.5 x 7, April 3, 1861. Handwritten letter to a gentleman, in full: "I have received your kind note. In answer I will say that I accept with great pleasure your invitation to dine with you en famille on Sunday the 14th." In fine condition.
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