Lot 1308
Dickens, Charles. Autograph Letter Signed, 1½ pp, Tavistock House, April 29, 1854. To Edward William Cole: "I regret that I cannot preside at the annual meeting of the Institution, but my occupations…have obliged me, this year, to abstain from accepting any such public engagement. I have refused many, conditionally, replying…'If I go anywhere, I will come to you'. My appearance in this case would involve me in innumerable others; and I am obliged - positively obliged - to decline. My attendances at public meetings at any time, are very few and far between." Overall toning and soiling; a couple of spots in left margin of first page, and an edge chip at lower edge of second page. Dickens signature is large and followed by a paraph. Boldly penned and signed in blue ink. (1812-1870) British novelist.
Estimated Value $800 - 1,200.
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