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BONAPARTE (Louis). Letter signed "Louis" to his...

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BONAPARTE (Louis). Letter signed "Louis" to his "dear sister" [most likely Julie Clary, wife of Joseph Bonaparte, then King of Naples]. Utrecht, February 15, 1808. 1 p. in-4: "I am sending you a letter for my brother Joseph, please send it to him at your earliest convenience. The condition of my hands, which worsens during the winter, and especially my occupations, prevent me from writing to him as often as I would like, but that does not change the feelings I have for him. You would do me great pleasure if you would give me his news from time to time. Farewell, my dear sister, give your children a caress for me, and always believe in the assurance of your brother's affectionate feelings.... »