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LITTRE, Emile (1801-1881)

Autograph Letter Signed

1878. A.L.S. 1 page, Paris May 3rd 1878, in French (translated), reluctantly responding to a request for his autograph, he writes that he is often requested to send his autograph, but being very busy, does not like to comply with the many requests he receives. However, he sends it nevertheless: "though it is objected to in principal... but done anyway..." Boldly signed and in very good condition. French lexicographer and philosopher who was also a life-long active Freemason... More

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MENCKEN, H.L. (1880-1956)

Typed Letter Signed

Baltimore: 1945. Interesting T.L.S. with three holograph corrections, oblong 8vo. 1 page, personal letterhead, Baltimore, Maryland, November 29, 1945, explaining the various meanings of the word quiff, in part: "...The use of quiff at Pomona College in a sense not obscene, really amazes me. As a verb the word has been in use in England for at least a century and a half, and is still popular slang there in the sense of to copulate. In the United States, at..... More

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The book arrived safe and sound yesterday, thanks. It was in perfect condition, a real treat. Thank you again for such swift service and great quality. Best Wishes

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I thought you'd find this interesting: I learned of Argosy by reading a bit of "bad" publicity in the book "Used and Rare" by Lawrence and Nancy Goldstone; no doubt you're familiar with it. (It was unfortunate that the authors had to grind their ax in print in what was an otherwise enjoyable book.) But I had never heard of Argosy before and my curiosity was piqued, so negative comments notwithstanding, I decided to pay a brief visit to the store. I reserved a book (long sought-after) ahead of time because I knew I'd be on an extremely tight schedule with several stops to make in just a few hours' time. Calling to reserve the book was a pleasant, very efficient experience, with a prompt return call to confirm availability. When I stopped in to purchase the book, the greeting (by one of the sisters, I'm not sure which) was extremely pleasant, the service so prompt and also she informed me of a signed letter by the subject I was interested in (unfortunately, I was unable to purchase the letter that day). I found the photo of Lawrence Olivier and Vivien Leigh as Caesar (or Antony?) and Cleopatra which hangs over the register very interesting-- had seen it before in a book. My only disappointment was that I was unable to actually spend time in the store-- it looked so inviting! But I will make it a point to spend time there on my next visit. So you see, even bad publicity can be very beneficial! Thank you for an enjoyable, if brief, experience!

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