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Herschel12358

From:
Charles Hippolyte de Paravey
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[29 October 1841]
Source of text:
RS:HS 13.215
Summary:

Commenting on ancient star maps, and noting that not all ancient stars can be identified now. Further talks about ancient meanings of heavenly bodies together with much lore including astrology, astronomy, and mythology. [Many parts of this letter illegible.]

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel12359

From:
Charles Hippolyte de Paravey
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[27 November 1841]
Source of text:
RS:HS 13.216
Summary:

Comments on the death of a mutual [?] acquaintance. Adds additional information about ancient constellations [see CP's 1841-10-29]. Complains about editors, publishers, and others who do not take CP's work seriously. [Many parts of this letter illegible.]

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John Herschel Project
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