Comments on the relationship between the plane of the earth's orbit and the obliquity of the ecliptic.
Comments on the relationship between the plane of the earth's orbit and the obliquity of the ecliptic.
Agrees that a large part of the hills and valleys are due to tidal action. Comments further on this, especially relating to parts of France. The Hawkhurst lectures have ceased and are not likely to be resumed.
Comments on some of CL's writings; further argues that a canal at Suez and/or Darien would have a major effect on European climate due to the effect of ocean currents coming through such canals.
Some minor suggestions regarding CL's proofs [see CL's 1866-10-19].
Is returning the trust deed duly signed. A list of his papers was printed in an American periodical. Hopes his yachting improved his health. He is suffering from bronchitis. Trouble with the Irish.
Thanks for EC's poetry; comments on other translators of Homer, and on mythical beasts.
Complains about Arabic star names; comments on squabble between Charles Babbage and James South.