signed unbound
1975
by GANDHI, INDIRA - (1917 - 1984)
1975. unbound. near fine. 4to. One page on letterhead from Prime Ministers House, New Delhi, December 18, 1975, in part: "Thank you for the sentiments you have expressed. I am deeply touched. The only real satisfaction is to do anything for others. All my life I have been involved in public causes and have also tried to help individuals who did not seem to have any other support. But one seldom gets any sincere appreciation. Truly has it been said that generosity is the ability to accept ingratitude...". A wonderful letter with content that is authentically signed. Excellent condition. Prime Minister of India who was assassinated in 1984 after having served a total of fifteen years in office. Her father was Jawaharlal Nehru, first Prime Minister of independent India. (Inventory #: 321818)