British Illustrator, 1864-1903. ALS, one page, 8 x 10 affixed to a slightly larger board, 7 Rue Semaine, Seine, Paris, Thursday, no date. In part: 'I am glad to say that I am a great deal better today. It is most unfortunate that this should have happened to me at this particular time as I wished to send you a lot of drawings this week.' May has written his letter around a drawing of himself wrapped in a blanket, holding a glass, a large rod of Aesculapius and with his feet soaking in a bowl of water. In fine condition, with edge toning, scattered light creasing. RRAuction COA.