BETHAM-EDWARDS (Matilda, 1836-1919, Novelist, Francophile & Poet)

Autograph Letter Signed to Colonel Lewis, thanking him for "photos (I fear the bonnet somewhat spoiled effect)", and for "Mrs Sadler's kind letter of introduction", she hopes he and his wife and Miss Lewis "will come & see me & my relation from Brittany, Justin", 3½" x 4½" card black-edged, no place, July 24th, no year, circa light original blot below flourish in signature, light traces of transparent tabs on side 1 without loss

The writer was of Huguenot descent, and many of her novels show intimate knowledge of French provincial life. She did much to promote the entente with France.

Item Date:  1885

Stock No:  54665      £45

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