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Influential American author (1804–1864) best known for such classic novels as The Scarlet Letter and The House of Seven Gables. Manuscript DS, signed "Nathl Hawthorne," one page, 7.5 x 9.5, October 25, 1856. Legal document regarding the birth date of Elizabeth Kevan, sworn to by her brother Peter, who states she is one of their deceased father's children. Signed at the bottom by Hawthorne as American Consul at the Port of Liverpool. In very good condition, with small separation along one horizontal fold, chips and marginal binding holes to left edge, and scattered toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
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