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Would prefer not to write a popular account of William Herschel and his work which DL has requested; JH has always intended to produce a major volume on the life and work of his father.
Is upset by some statement attributed to JH in an advertisement for the encyclopedia [Cabinet Cyclopaedia], which DL edits.
Is engaged in preparing a new popular cyclopaedia, and would be pleased if JH would contribute an article on Light.
Sees no objection to JH publishing a larger work on Light later if desired. Gives the names of some of the contributors to the Cyclopaedia.
Is quite prepared to contribute an article on Light by 1830 for DL's Cyclopaedia. Would like William Whewell as the contributor on Sound. Suggests other names. Would not like to use colored plates as they are so poor. Gives him an idea of the style of engraving.
Encloses a new prospectus of the Cabinet Cyclopaedia. Intends to write physical astronomy himself. William Whewell cannot write Sound. Has a stock in hand for three years.
Has some difficulty in producing his article on Light for the Cabinet Cyclopaedia as the publishers of the Encyclopaedia Metropolitana consider it would be harmful to their own publication.
Regrets to hear of JH's difficulties. Will consult the proprietors and let him know the answer later.
Has met the proprietors of the Cabinet Cyclopaedia. Would JH be agreeable to write an article on Astronomy or Optics, instead of Light? Will approach David Brewster regarding Light.
Intends to preface each great division of his Cyclopaedia with a preliminary discourse by an author of repute. Would JH contribute one on Natural Philosophy? Can offer £250. Would also like an article on Sir William Herschel later on.