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[1] [p. 284]

Oxford, Dec. 7, '09.

[Postcard.]

In the most terrible rush just now, so I am returning your present of the English P. C. It was just that we both independently thought of the most appropriate thing to do, that led us to inscribe to A. R. W. Wallace's address is Old Orchard, Broadstone, Dorset. He may not like what you have written on pp. IV, V, because he is hyper-sensitive about Darwin, and is always thinking that he (W.) gets too much credit. You [2] [p. 285] did not hear of my intention; nor I yours till after it was printed. I agree with all you say as you may be sure I should do; but I don't know about W., himself. Perhaps as an American work printed in America, it is not as important that he should approve; but it might be awkward for you if he disapproved anything. Perhaps you could not easily change. If it would inconvenience you much perhaps it would be better to chance it, and not send it to him.

Love to all,

E. B. Poulton.