English naturalist and author (1809–1882) whose book explaining his theories of evolution, On the Origin of the Species by Means of Natural Selection (1859), takes a place among the most influential texts in the history of scientific thought. LS, one page both sides, 5 x 8, Down, Beckham, Kent letterhead, November 12, 1877. Darwin very politely declines an invitation from Mr. Clark. In full, “I thank you cordially for your very kind letter, and I hope that you will express to the President how much obliged I am for the honour of his invitation. I should have enjoyed extremely accepting it, but I really cannot, for I am not able to spend an evening even at home without lying down to rest, and after the excitement of the day I shall be much tired.” Signed at the conclusion, “Charles Darwin.” Tape along left edge of front of letter and a touch of toning, otherwise fine condition. LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
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