Francois de La Rochefoucauld Rare French Author

Noted French author of maxims and memoirs (1613–1680) known for his clear-eyed and urbane worldview. Rare ALS in French, signed “Larochefoucauld,” one page both sides, 7 x 8.75, no date. In full (translated): "I wanted to go see you in Grezy, Monsieur when I learned that you had left to Paris, in fact I am going to leave the Seine et Marne Department [abbreviated in text]. Please be assured that among the regrets that I feel by going away there is grounds to consider momentarily the habits in Grezy which represents to me no less warm feeling for this area. I should surely have the opportunity to let you know as soon as I will be in Paris. Regarding your derating [tax relief] it will be remitted according to your wishes to Sorel. Please convey my kind regards to Madame De Clerambault for me." In fine condition, with paper loss to one corner and a central horizontal tear repaired with archival tape.

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