A good autograph letter signed, 4-sides 8vo, to "Madam" -

HALL, ANNA MARIA (1800-1881; miscellaneous writer)

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"Although my name may be known to you - I feel I owe you an apology for this intrusion which I trust the subject will render excusable - It has been proposed to me to undertake the editorship of a monthly magazine designed more especially for Ladies - and I am willing to undertake the task (although I feel it is one of no ordinary responsibility) - if I continue to meet with the promise of support, which support, alone can ensure success, there are three or four 'Ladies Magazines', but it cannot be wrong to say, that they are in all respects unworthy - I expect to produce a work which will be an acquisition to the Drawing Room table, and do no discredit to the Library - I hope that the aid I shall obtain will enable me to produce a Magazine that will elevate the position of women in this Country and direct young minds into their best and proper, as well as happiest channel - I do not enter upon this duty without as much as possible securing the elements of success. The Proprietor commands ample funds, and the remuneration I beg on his part to offer - is from 10 to 12 gns a sheet - paid the first week in every month. If you Madam, will give me the advantage of your valuable support.I should require your aid (either in Prose, or Verse, or in both) in March, and believe me you would not find yourself companioned unworthily.I have a pledge that the magazine be carried on for two years & the price will be half a crown. Mr Hall begs his best respects." . The Rosery, Old Brompton, n.d. Inscribed at head of first leaf in another, contemporary, hand "Mrs S. C. Hall 1844". 2 small pieces of old paper adhered to surface of first page not obscuring text. Seller Inventory # 9699

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Title: A good autograph letter signed, 4-sides 8vo,...

Binding: Soft cover