Francois De Chateaubriand 1768-1848 French writer and statesman who served under Napoleon and the Bourbons, his literary works Atala and Rene helped shape the Romantic movement. L.S., 1p. 8vo., Paris, Sep. 29, 1834 to a gentleman: "...I have the summer sickness, sir, and have not been able to answer your very kind letter. Another upset, the book that you wish has not been received Receive, sir, my regrets my excuses, and my distinguished consideration...." Lightly foxed, but very attractively matted and framed with a portrait.