Irish writer and leader of the Aesthetic Movement, author of The Picture of Dorian Gray, The Importance of Being Earnest, The Happy Prince, etc., whose career and health were shattered by his imprisonment on charges of sodomy. ALS, one page, 7.5 x 9.5, no date. Letter to a Mr. Young. In full, “I have only just returned from Paris, or would have done myself the pleasure of communicating sooner with you. I will be very glad if I can be of any service to the author of Pendragon, and if you have no better engagement perhaps you will breakfast with me, sans facon [informally], tomorrow (Friday) at 11 o’ c.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, a couple of light creases, and a few traces of light soiling. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
