Latest news of his machine. His book is going to press in 10 days. Would like proofsheet of last sheet of JH's 'Sound.'
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Latest news of his machine. His book is going to press in 10 days. Would like proofsheet of last sheet of JH's 'Sound.'
Regarding CB's attitude to the machine. Is sending rough proof of the page on 'Sound.'
Regarding his forthcoming pamphlet and his attitudes to scientific societies. Sent him the wrong page of 'Sound.' Has just returned from Leicestershire. David Brewster sent a problem.
Regarding his projected biography of Dr. Thomas Young. His own book on the decline of science is in the press. Regarding the life and manners of Dr. Young.
Is sorry to note the tone of CB's last letter concerning his projected biography of Dr. Thomas Young, but he means to carry out his project. Edward Sabine received £1000 from the Board of Longitude.
Further remarks on Dr. Thomas Young and JH's projected biography. Has had a copy of a letter from J. F. Encke about an Astronomical Ephemeris for the Society for Promoting Useful Knowledge.