23/46 Mr.Trollope, I suppose, is in England by this time, else I should say all affectionate regards from us both to him. I am writing under difficulties. LEWES." * * * * * Here is another from Lewes, which the post-mark only shows to have been written in 1865:-- * * * * * "DEAR TROLLOPE,--Thank Signor -- -- for the offer of his paper, and express to him my regret that in the present crowded state of the _Review_ I cannot find a place for it. Don't you however run away with the idea that I don t want _your_ contributions on the same ground! The fact is -- --'s paper is too wordy and heavy and not of sufficient interest for our publication; and as I have a great many well on hand, I am forced to be particular. Originally my fear was lest we should not get contributors enough. |