LITERATURE - Émile Zola (Paris, 1840 - ib., 1902) - Important autograph letter signed

Émile Zola (Paris, 1840 - ib., 1902)Important autograph letter signed, dated Paris, 8.4.1901, by the acclaimed French novelist, addressed to an unknown recipient. In response to correspondent's request to translate his work "Lourdes", Zola replies that he has no objections.However, he informs that since he has sold the rights to the "traduction anglaise de 'Lourdes' à MM Chatto e Windus, éditeurs à Londres”, it would be best to consult them for permission. "Lourdes" was written in 1894 and is part of the "Three Cities" trilogy, in which Zola engages in the dialogue with the Catholic Church. 1 p. In-8°, 14 lines.