English politician, poet, playwright, and prolific novelist (1803-1873) remembered for coining such phrases as 'pursuit of the almighty dollar,' 'the pen is mightier than the sword,' and 'it was a dark and stormy night.' ALS signed “Lytton,” one page, 4.5 x 7, no date. Handwritten letter to the wife of Gen. William Farrar 'Baldy' Smith, in part: "Come & dine with me Sunday if not better engaged." In fine condition. Accompanied by the original sales folder from early 20th century antiquarian bookseller Ernest Dressel North.
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