H.H. MILMAN.
Before Mr. Milman's communication had been received, another pressing
letter arrived from Mr. Disraeli.
_Mr. Disraeli to John Murray_.
MY DEAR SIR,
It is with deep regret and some mortification that I appear to press
you. It is of the highest importance to me that the "P.R." should
appear without loss of time. I have an impending election in the
country, which a single and not improbable event may precipitate. It is
a great object with me, that my work should be published before that
election.
Its rejection by you will only cause me sorrow. I have no desire that
you should become its publisher, unless you conceive it may be the first
of a series of works, which may support your name, and sustain your
fortunes. There is no question of pecuniary matters between us; I leave
all these with you, with illimitable trust.
Pray, pray, my dear Sir, do not let me repent the feelings which impel
me to seek this renewal of our connection. I entreat therefore your
attention to this subject, and request that you will communicate your
decision.
Believe me, as I have already said, that whatever that decision may be,
I shall not the less consider myself,
Very cordially yours,
B.
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