Autograph letter signed : London, to J.A. Overs, 1839 Dec. 28.

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Autograph letter signed : London, to J.A. Overs, 1839 Dec. 28.

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Discussing Overs' work, and reminding him that Dickens is in no way connected with any Magazine and that he is "not on such terms" with either Ainsworth or Bentley [both of Bentley's Miscellany] to promote the publication of Overs' work there. Suggesting that Overs rethink his literary work, rhetorically asking "if a ballad were printed here or a paper accepted there, do you think you would better your condition or be a happier man?" Answering that "in nine tenths of the time you would not." Encouraging Overs to peruse his literary work when it "becomes a pleasure and relaxation from other toils, and may be indulged without regret or pain." Noting that although Dickens is "very closely occupied and the sight of MS (not [his] own) is a nightmare," he is willing to read the work Overs has sent and to give him a private opinion of its merits.

1 item (4 p.) ; 19cm. + envelope.

Pierpont Morgan Library.

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