Raínha Victória, 9 de Março de 1870

I saw Mr Helps [Clerck of the Privy Council] this evening at half past six, who brought and introduced Mr. Dickens, the celebrated author. He is very agreeable, with a pleasant voice and manner. He talked of his latest works, of America, the strangeness of the people there, of the division of classes in England, which he hoped would get better in time. He felt sure it would come gradually.