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HOFFMANN Professor (Angelo John LEWIS 1839-1919). Autograph Letter Signed, in French, to Auguste-Jules Drioux, editor of the French magic journal

HOFFMANN Professor (Angelo John LEWIS 1839-1919). Autograph Letter Signed, in French, to Auguste-Jules Drioux, editor of the French magic journal "Passez Muscade," sending a copy of "Magical Titbits" [not present] and giving some biographical information about himself. 2 pages, 8vo, heavily stained from chemicals in the paper. Manor Rise, Hastings, 17 September 1912.

  • Notes: Hoffmann was the most prolific of the early writers on "popular" magic. His published works are eagerly sought after by magic collectors and were translated into a number of languages.

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