WCP2572

Letter (WCP2572.2462)

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Aug 30. 1878

Dear Sir

Will you pardon my writing you on subject in which I take a great interest but an interest which at present extends no farther than to that which belongs to enquiring — I mean Spiritualism.

I have for a long time investigated the subject [2] but the results have not been satisfactory. I am told that you say it only requires perseverance and patience for anyone to become convinced. I should like immensely to hear your views on the matter — and if you have published anything upon it – will ask you to send [3] me the references — moreover when you are in town and in this central part shall feel much obliged if you will favour me with a call.

I am yours | very truly | Arthur Leared1 M. D [signature]

Alfred Wallace Esq.

. Leared, Arthur (1822-1879). Irish physician and traveller.

Please cite as “WCP2572,” in Beccaloni, G. W. (ed.), Ɛpsilon: The Alfred Russel Wallace Collection accessed on 5 June 2025, https://epsilon.ac.uk/view/wallace/letters/WCP2572