London, 23 February 1859

Dear Lassalle,

I have today sent off the preface to Duncker. Perhaps you
would be good enough to ensure that I am sent the fee as soon as
the manuscript has been printed. I would certainly not write to you
about this point had it not become a question brûlante due to
unforeseen circumstances.

I hope to have a letter from you soon and, notwithstanding your
coyness, something about 'conditions in the homeland', or at least
the gossip there, this being essential for forming an opinion.

Salut.

Your
K. M.