Camille FAMMARION (1842-1925). French astronomer,... Lot 56

Camille FAMMARION (1842-1925). French astronomer, founded the Juvisy-sur-Orge observatory and the Société Astronomique de France. Author of La Pluralité des mondes habités (1862). - L.a.s. "Flammarion" Paris December 23, 1879, one page in-8. Letter addressed to the historian: "Cher Immortel, J'ai remis hier au secrétariat de l'Institut trois exemplaires de L'Astronomie populaire", which he intends to submit to compete for various prizes. - L.a.s. "Camille Flammarion" Paris January 19, 1881, one page in-8: "Dear illustrious historian, I have just learned of my nomination for the Légion d'honneur. My first concern is to express to you all my gratitude...". - L.a.s. "Flammarion" Paris s.d. one page in-8: "Je reçois à l'instant, mon cher historien, votre grande et belle Histoire de France...".