Lot 89
Dickens, Charles (1812-1870) British novelist. Autograph Letter Signed, 2pp (1 sheet), 7¼"x4½", Twickenham Park, Thursday night (c. 1838). Very good; tape repairs at two folds, not affecting signature. To J.P. Harley, the popular comic actor for whom the lead role of Tom Grig in "The Lamplighter" was written by Dickens, and who had roles in Dickens' first three plays. In part: "…I have a small box with a spare bed in it down here and shall be glad to see you….Forster [noted biographer, critic and close friend of Dickens] is coming, and offers to pilot you, with which hospitable view he intends sounding you at the Theater to-night. We shall be quite alone with this exception, and Missis hopes to see you…."
Estimated Value $1,600 - 1,900.
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