Literary
GOUDEKET
(Maurice, 1889-1977, Dutch-born journalist and writer, 3rd husband (1935) of the French novelist Colette, 1873-1954)
Autograph Letter Signed, in French with translation, to 'Monsieur',
saying It is only right... I should... reply, your simple and spontaneous letter has touched me so... you would not have bought my book, ('Près de Colette', 1956), if you had not loved Colette already. I am charmed to know that across the world, so many unknown readers retain their passion for her, adding I sometimes come to London. If you wish, you may remain my unknown friend. Should you be willing, it would be a pleasure to meet you. In sympathy, 1 side 8vo., 9 Rue de Beaujolais, Paris, 2nd November
Item Date: 1956
Background
Goudeket's book 'Près de Colette' came ou 1956.
Stock No. 19793