Distinguished American poet (1807–1882) who produced such timeless classics as “Paul Revere’s Ride,” “The Song of Hiawatha,” and “Evangeline.” He was the first American honored with a sculpted likeness in the “Poet’s Corner” of Westminster Abbey. LS, signed “Henry W. Longfellow,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, Cambridge, November 3, [1846]. In part: “I called at the Booth house yesterday to enquire about the old marble fire-place, concerning which you will perhaps remember we formerly had some conversation…I wish to preserve it as a relic, and if you will allow me to remove it, will put in its place such a fire-place as you may desire.” Intersecting folds, small spot of paper loss to top left, year notation in pencil, and a few trivial spots, otherwise fine condition. R&R COA.
