Lot 404
Conrad, Joseph (1857-1924) Polish-born British novelist and short-story writer whose works include the novels Lord Jim (1900), Nostromo (1904), and The Secret Agent (1907) and the short story "Heart of Darkness" (1902). Typed letter signed ("Joseph Conrad"), on personal stationery, 2 pp, Kent, May 3, 1919. To "My dear Mr. Adams," thanking him for inquiring about Conrad's son, who had returned safely from the war, and apologizing for his behavior during an earlier discussion on the question of individual liberty. In part: "…Your candid letter was very pleasant reading for me, mainly because my point of view has become practically demonstrated to you….there is much to say for the other - I may call it the ethically utilitarian attitude. In fact it is the undeniable strength of that attitude that makes it so exasperating to the objectors of my sort. The foundation of my argument was really the feeling that there is more than one kine of utility, whether in the moral or in the material sphere…."
With holograph closing and corrections. Soiling and tape repairs on verso, not affecting the very bold signature. Elbridge L. Adams wrote a biography of Conrad, Joseph Conrad the Man, which was published in 1923.
Estimated Value $400 - 600.
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