Rebecca Gratz to Maria Fenno Hoffman - February 04, [1813]

Rebecca updates her sister-in-law Maria on her nephew's mental illness, the blossoming social scene in Philadelphia, and shares her thoughts on Napoleon.

This document is a printed record commemorating the 1983 International Literary Peace Prize awarded to Elie Wiesel. It includes an overview of the prize's history, speeches, and messages from various dignitaries and organizations involved in the award ceremony held in Liège on April 23, 1983. Key individuals whose contributions are featured include Antoine Longueville (founder of the prize), Georges Sion (President of the Jury), William Ugeux (President of the Resistance Network Chiefs Committee), and Elie Wiesel himself, whose acceptance message reflects on the responsibility of survivors to bear witness and the enduring pursuit of peace amidst global conflicts. The document emphasizes the role of literature and human fraternity in promoting justice, democracy, and disarmament.

Rebecca writes to her friend Maria, discussing the recent wave of antisemitism in Europe and efforts to help Jews escape persecution. She also writes about the literature she is reading.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, continuing to discuss the conflict among her brothers and informs her of the plight of the recently widowed Henrietta McIlvaine.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, hoping for a visit. She also gives updates on family and friends, expresses her admiration for a charitable widow, and critiques the fanfare surrounding the visits of prominent public figures.