British physicist, exponent of psychic research (1851-1940). In addition to many scientific works, he wrote several books promoting his belief in the possibility of communicating with the dead. ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, University of Birmingham letterhead, December 20, 1906. Letter of thanks to Professor Francesco Grassi for a sent book. In part: “I send you thanks for the most interesting volume which you have been good enough to transmit to me…I can only read the Italian with some difficulty and slowness, but the book is so fully illustrated that it must appeal to everybody…I value the presentation copy.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Lodge’s hand. In fine condition, with a mild shade of uniform toning, a diagonal crease through signature, and small pencil notation to top of second page. RRAuction COA.
