ALS, one page, 4.25 x 7.25, July 8, 1840. Dickens writes to “Serjeant Goneburn.” In full: “I am unfortunate again! I am engaged next Wednesday—not only to dinner at home, but to a party at Miss C—’s in the evening. I should have written to you sooner, but there was a chance of release from the first of these engagements, which I am sorry to say exists no longer. I cannot tell you how vexed I am. Believe me, Dear Sir, Faithfully yours….” In good condition, with intersecting mailing folds (vertical fold to first name), toning from previous framing, scattered soiling and staining (light stain to last name and a few letters of first), and a few chips (chip to lower right corner affecting last letter of signature). The writing is clear and dark throughout. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
