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Auction: 323 - The Numismatic Collector's Series Sale
Lot: 1407

Martineau, Harriet (1802-1876). Philosopher, writer and contemporary of Charles Dicken, Martineau was an intelligent, independent woman who successfully supported herself as an author. She was a pioneer in observational sociology, and a champion of women's rights. ALS, 2 pages, 8vo. Ambleside. July 27. To an unknown recipient. Very fine condition. Also included is a carte-de-visite of Martineau, photographed by Moses Bowness, seated in a chair with her head down as she embroiders. "Thank you for the papers you have sent me, which are very interesting. I hope to see Mr. Davitt…" (Perhaps Michael Davitt, who wrote Leaves from a Prison Diary.) "I prefer the image of Abby impressed on our memories… [Abby Hutchinson, abolitionist.]

From the collection of Diana

Estimate
$400 to $600