From:
Edward Sabine
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[1857?]
Source of text:
RS:HS 15.330
Summary:
Returns polar maps. Advises on methods of map projection, favoring polar projection. Working on new maps.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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Returns polar maps. Advises on methods of map projection, favoring polar projection. Working on new maps.
Discusses his itinerary for the British Isles. Gives address where he may be reached. Wishes to visit JH at Collingwood. Congratulates JH on his improved health.
Sends a copy of his Astronomical Investigations. Claims there is an 'inequality in the motions of Mars and the Earth.'
Discusses an edition of Antoine Lavoisier's works [3 vols., 1862-65] edited by JD. Comments on the edition and on the arrangements for JH receiving it.
All is well. Hope JH hears 'good accounts from India.'