Distinguished author (1811–1896) whose epochal 1852 novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin brought the issue of slavery to the fore of American consciousness and became one of the classics of nineteenth-century literature. ALS signed “H. B. Stowe,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 5, December 19. Letter to her publisher, Houghton Mifflin Company, mentioning her famous work, Uncle Tom’s Cabin. In full, “Please give to my grandson Master Freeman Allen a copy of the Holiday Edition of Uncle Tom’s Cabin (8 vo. full gilt price $3.50) & charge to me.” Double matted and framed with a biographical plaque and a portrait of Stowe, to an overall size of 11.5 x 21.5. Intersecting folds, a purple check mark and light “charged” stamp to text, mild soiling to left edge, and a pencil notation to lower right corner, otherwise fine condition. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
