ALS signed “C. L. Dodgson,” one page both sides, 3.75 x 6, January 17, 1878. Handwritten letter to "Mrs. Tolhurst," in part: "If you have the theatricals again, & if I am able to come, & if there is room enough (three doubtful hypotheses) I should much like to bring my young friend here, Evelyn Dubourg (now 16, but I have known her since she was 10), & her brother Augustus. I have told Evelyn I am giving you a 'hint' to invite her, & she hopes I shall make it strong enough to run no risk of not being understood!" In fine condition.
Dodgson has always been well-known for his love of children, hosting parties and picnics for them at his cottage. Though many believe that the writer's obsession with young girls was innocent, common and perfectly acceptable during his time, it remains a dubious subject. In this instance, he takes the liberty of inviting one of these young friends, "now 16," to a theatrical production. His letter opens with "three doubtful hypotheses," presenting something of a logical riddle characteristic of his writings. An intriguing and controversial letter by the Alice's Adventures in Wonderland author.
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