Exchange about French Translation of "A Hedge of Roses" (2001)

1. Dr. Gurock to Correspondent J (Dec. 3, 2001)

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Dear Rabbi Dr. Lamm, A few years ago, you permitted me to translate your book "A Hedge of Roses" into French. Unfortunately, I was then not able to commit a good translation. I now have the pleasure to present this new fine translation, and I ask again for the authorization to publish it. All the best, Rabbi [redacted]

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Letter about French Translation of "A Hedge of Roses" (2001)

Dear [ ], I have been informed that you are preparing to publish a French language edition of my book A Hedge of Roses (copyright 1966), which has been translated into French, with my consent, by [ ]. This is to confirm that I waive any claim I may have to royalties from the sale of the French language print edition of A Hedge of Roses (the “Book”), subject to the following conditions: (1) the copyright notice and the dedication page shall appear exactly as they did in the 1987 English language edition of the Book, and I am enclosing a photocopy thereof; (2) prior to publication of the Book, you shall submit the page proofs (including the cover design and any artwork or illustrations) to me for my review and written approval; (3) upon publication, you shall send me without cost fifty (50) copies of the Book for my personal use; (4) Les Editions Colbo will indemnify and hold me harmless from and against all claims, including intellectual property claims and litigation, that may be asserted against me as a result of the publication of the French language edition of the Book. Kindly indicate your agreement to these terms by signing a copy of this letter where indicated below and returning it to me. I look forward to hearing from you, and I wish you much success with this project. Sincerely, Norman Lamm, President. Accepted and agreed to: Les Editions Colbo By: ____________________ cc: ___

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