Autograph letter signed : London, to William Macready, 1854 Nov. 1.

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Autograph letter signed : London, to William Macready, 1854 Nov. 1.

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Discussing his address to Working Men and the follow-up article "A Home Question." Comparing their reading schedules, referencing engagements in Birmingham and Sherbourne. Mentioning a piece in the current Household Words, noting that "Forster is getting a little too fat," and describing a trip to the theater. Looking forward to their meeting on December 20.

1 item (4 p.) ; 17.7 cm.

Pierpont Morgan Library.

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