Scottish novelist and poet, author of Ivanhoe. ALS, one page, 7 x 8.5, January 2, 1826. Letter to a gentleman. In part, “I…have to inform you … that you will take the trouble to reply to my office…Mr. Cruikshank will supply you with a copy of the act…for regulation of Superior Courts. I have no orders from Mr. Carush for distributing them in the manner you allude to but all apply as above will be accommodated with express.” Letter bears an integral second page with address leaf on the reverse, addressed in Scott’s hand, with return address done in another hand. Framed so both side are visible, to an overall size of 8 x 9.5. In very good condition, with moderate mailing folds, scattered toning and light mirroring of closing and signature due to premature folding. In 1825-1826, Scott’s anonymity as an author was exposed to the general public. In 1825, an English depression brought ruin to Ballantyne, the printing firm owned by Scott. Refusing to go through bankruptcy, Scott assigned his property to a trust in order to pay as much of his debt as possible. All text and signature are quite bold, obviously written with conviction by Scott. R&R COA.
