aux Délices près de Genève 25 juillet 1761
Monsieur,
You are born to do good, and j have a mind to do good.
In spite of war protect the Shakespear of France. My proposal is modest, the work is usefull. Corneille, his offspring and j my self, we will most oblig'd to you and to english generosity.
J hope yr son is in good health. You may be sure j have pay'd to him all the respect and attentions he deserves.
J am with the utmost gratitude
Monsieur
votre très humble et très obéissant serviteur,
Voltaire