Lot 4435
Dreiser, Theodore (1871-1945) American writer and magazine editor. Autograph Letter Signed, New York, Jan. 9, 1925, one page, 12½ x 7 in. To Ellen Holst in Detroit, discussing Sister Carrie, a book Dreiser wrote in 1900; it was considered immoral, and the publishers would not market it until his second novel, Jennie Gerhardt, was favorably received. In part: "I confess that I sympathize not a little with Carrie although I sympathize greatly with Hurstwood also….She was - as most of us are - seeking the light. Not being so very gifted her conduct - (to me at least) seems rather natural and not so very reprehensible…." More content. With transmittal envelope.
Estimated Value $500 - 600.
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