RENAN, Joseph Ernest (1823-1892). French philologist and historian.
Autograph Letter Signed to an unnamed lady ('Chere Madame'), 3 pages 8vo (the last page heavily repaired with the loss of a few words), Menthon St Bernard, 21 September 1882. Urging her to translate his work as he trusts her to handle the censorship which has arisen, hinting that an old passion for her has not died and that she can do what she likes with his work.
With a full translation.
[No: 25968]