From:
Charles Babbage
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[10 August 1814]
Source of text:
RS:HS 2.29
Summary:
Temper and stinginess of CB's father. Seeking job in mining through Mr. Champernowne, local mineralogist. Describes CB's elopement, marriage by former tutor, and new residence. Considered career in Church when CB had prospect of inheriting fortune from CB's father, but that is no longer possible. Gives an equation for discussion.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project