politician, judge, and author (1796-1865). Autograph letter signed. N. p. o. d. 8vo. 1 page on bifolium.
$ 375 / 350 €
(92314/BN61360)
According to a collector's note, this letter is written to Major Henderson (1806-58), accepting a dinner invitation: "I shall be delighted to dine with you tomorrow at 7½ sharp, and will try to be sharp set [...]". - John Henderson (né Alexander), of Westerton, had served in India in the Rifle Brigade. Haliburton created the literary character "Sam Slick" in his famous, humorous "Clockmaker" series. - Light duststaining, traces of old mounting, and a collector's note.