5967. RB to Nina Lehmann

As published in The Brownings’ Correspondence, 32, 257.

19. W<arwick> [1] Crescent,

<Upper Westb>ourne Terrace, W.

<O>ct. 21. ’67

My dear Mrs Lehmann,

“Renew our interrupted acquaintance” is a sadly inadequate expression for my share in the matter: say rather, that by seeing you again I shall complete the delight with which I heard of your return & restoration to health. I do hope we are past “acquaintanceship” long ago, or your kindness & your husband’s kindness have been inconsiderately bestowed. Of course I shall be most happy to go to you on Wednesday.

Ever truly yours

Robert Browning.

Publication: BBIS-24, p. 19.

Manuscript: Princeton University.

1. The stationery’s embossed crest has been excised, resulting in missing text here and below.

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