From:
Dawson Turner
To:
Sir James Edward Smith
Date:
5 Feb 1806
Source of text:
GB-110/JES/COR/10/39, The Linnean Society of London
Summary:
Grief at the death of his eldest son. His wife and other children only narrowly escaped [the fire]. His family are now recuperating at Coltishall, [Norfolk], is concerned for the well-being of his wife. Endeavouring to take comfort in botany. Will soon return [William Fitt] Drake's manuscript. Moved by and grateful for Smith's expressions of affection and friendship.
Contributor:
The Linnean Society of London