UNDERSTANDING that you have often expressed your admiration for the genius and character of Charles Dickens, I have thought that some account of this celebrated author might not be uninteresting to you. I have had the pleasure of visiting Mr. Dickens at his house, and I trust that this letter will not be considered an ill return for his kindness to one whose only claim upon him was an introduction from Thomas Campbell. I believe there is no English author now living who is so much admired and read by our countrymen VOL. II. B 69411 ·581 525405 |