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Hawthorne, Sophia, 1809-1871. A.L. to Annie Adams Fields; [(Concord)], [20 May c.1864]

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 52
Call Number: MS C.1.11
Sophia Hawthorne autograph letter to Annie Adams Fields, [Concord], approximately 20 May 1864
Sophia Hawthorne autograph letter to Annie Adams Fields, [Concord], approximately 20 May 1864

Scope and Contents

Wishes to speak of the majesty of [Nathaniel Hawthorne] of his justice, of his tenderness. Is thankful for so soft a translation and for an end to his weariness. Printed in Annie Adams Fields, Memories of a Hostess, p. 70-1. Appended is the envelope bearing notes by Annie Adams Fields and M.A. DeWolfe Howe concerning the publication of the letter. Enclosed is a sketch of an angelic figure signed Rose [(Hawthorne) Lathrop]. 4 p.

Dates

  • [20 May c.1864]

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

From the Collection:

The collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 251 Items

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English