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Thomas Mayne Reid autographed handwritten letter (ALS), dated April 21, 1869, from 33 Union Square, New York. Written entirely in Reid's hand, the letter is addressed to D. Harper, Esq. Reid writes regarding a certain paperstock, in  part: "Will you have the goodness to let the earer, my Secretary, have the address of the stationer who supplies the cover paper for your magazine."

The letter is signed "Mayne Reid" at the conclusion.

The letter measures approximately 5 x 8 inches. Very good condition with expected age toning, original folds, and areas of old mounting residue to the verso.

Thomas Mayne Reid (1818–1883) was an Irish-born novelist and adventure writer whose works enjoyed enormous popularity throughout the 19th century. After immigrating to the United States, Reid worked as a journalist and served as an officer in the U.S. Army during the Mexican-American War, where he was wounded at the Battle of Chapultepec in 1847. Drawing upon his experiences in America and his fascination with frontier life, Reid became internationally known for adventure novels including The Rifle Rangers (1850), The Scalp Hunters (1851), The Headless Horseman (1865), and The White Chief (1855). His vivid tales of the American West, exploration, and wilderness adventure influenced generations of readers and later adventure writers.

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Reference sku: 11705 1419273-1