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Sending a query from Sir Gore Ouseley regarding some Persepolitan writing.
Has only just returned to the University. Not known at what time the election will take place. Has made inquiries about the bricks; they were given to the College by Sir J. Malcolm. Will get them copied. Just about to write to Charles Babbage who is coming down to take his degree.
Encloses certificate that Charles Babbage sent him, with the amended signatures. Sorry it has given JH so much trouble. All rejoice to see JH on 10 June.
Is overwhelmed with work in algebra, studying S. F. Lacroix's work, grinding and polishing mirrors for JH's father. Sends thanks to Whitfield family for songs. Comments on controversial Cambridge news. Sends news of friends.
Would like WH's son, JH, to write some articles for his Edinburgh Encyclopaedia. Would he help him on an article entitled 'Stars'?
Agrees to write several articles on mathematics, and one on astronomy based on William Herschel's work.
Asks about WW's mathematical investigations. JH's book on algebra is progressing. Describes mathematical investigations by [Edward] Bromhead in calculus of factors. Misses Cambridge.
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Single sheet letter to William Mitten.
Seven page long letter from Hooker to William Mitten
A one page letter to William Mitten from Sir Joseph Hooker
One page letter over one folio from Sir Joseph Hooker to William Mitten.
A single page letter from Sir Joseph Hooker to William Erasmus Darwin.
This is a two page letter from Hooker to William Mitten.
A small two page letter to William Mitten