Bidspirit auction | BABBAGE CHARLES: (1791-1871)

BABBAGE CHARLES: (1791-1871) - BABBAGE CHARLES: (1791-1871) English mathematician & inventor who originated the concept of a programmable computer. A.L.S., Mr Babbage , in the third person, one page, small 8vo, Dorset Street, 11th April n.y., to Mr & Mrs James Yates. Babbage states that a previous engagement prevents him from having the pleasure of dining with his correspondents on the 19th April. With blank integral leaf. VG