Charles Dickens                                                                                                                  Autograph Letter Signed Third-person ALS signed in the text "Mr. Charles Dickens" and "Mr. Dickens," one page, 4.25 x 7, Gad's Hill letterhead, December 22, 1866.  In full: "Mr. Charles Dickens presents his compliments to Mr. Bell, and begs his kind acceptance of the enclosed cheque in aid of the objects of the Glasgow Bazaar.  Absence prevented Mr. Dickens from receiving Miss Hingston's circular letter in time to forward one of his books for the sale there, as requested."  The same letter is fully documented and excerpted in The Letters of Charles Dickens (Oxford University Press, 2002, p 286).  The event Dickens alludes to, the Fever Convalescent Home and Children's Bazaar, was a charitable effort that raised some 5,300. Matted with an antique portrait engraving to an overall size of 18 x 13.25.  A touch of mild soling, and a few small stains to blank lower portion, otherwise fine condition Autograph: Charles Dickens Document Type: Autograph Letter Signed Unframed Dimensions: 18" l  x  13.25" h Price: $ 1295.00 Shipping/Handling: $ 10.00 Please note: When you add an item to your cart, the price includes DOMESTIC shipping and handling fees. Email us for INTERNATIONAL rates prior to buying. You can pay by Paypal or your own credit card. For more information, please review our terms and policies on our FAQ's page. Home - Historical Figures - Miscellaneous - Charles Dickens