Lot 412
Disraeli, Benjamin (1804-81) 1st Earl of Beaconsfield; English politician and author. Autograph Letter Signed "B. Disraeli," 4 pp, 7x4½", n.p., 1871. To Lord Devereau, in part: "I do not know when I shall go to Scotland…the claims of parliament will make my visit very short….I have only seen the third volume: of Brougham, but found it very interesting as it is all about things & persons with whom I am well acquainted & which are…important. The account of Beaconsfield was not new to me, but I was glad to receive it in so authentic a form.…" A holograph note at the end says, "Lady Beaconsfield was also invited. D." (Henry Peter Brougham was an abolitionist and reformer; as Attorney-General he defended Queen Caroline at her trial.).
Estimated Value $500 - 600.
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