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     THE HISTORY OF PENDENNIS. HIS FORTUNES AND MISFORTUNES, HIS FRIENDS AND HIS GREATEST ENEMY. 

 BY WILLIAM MAKEPEACE THACKERAY. 

 WITH ILLUSTRATIONS ON WOOD BY THE AUTHOR. 

 IN TWO VOLUMES. VOL. I. 

 NEW YORK: 

 HARPER & BROTHERS, PUBLISHERS 329 & 331 PEARL STREET, FRANKLIN SQUARE. 

 1858. 

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     TO DR. JOHN ELLIOTSON. 

 My Dear Doctor, 

My Dear Doctor,

   Thirteen months ago, when it seemed likely that this story had come to a close, a kind friend brought you to my bedside, whence, in all probability, I never should have risen but for your constant watchfulness and skill. I like to recall your great goodness and kindness (as well as many acts of others, showing quite a surprising friendship and sympathy) at that time, when kindness and friendship were most needed and welcome. 

 

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