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Herschel9016

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
[Duncan] Stewart
Date:
1834-4
Source of text:
UCT JH Letters A1.47 (C: Univ. of Witwatersrand) South African Libraries, 7 (19
Summary:

After a very candid analysis of his own strengths and limitations in learning, JH surveys mathematics and empirical science, noting the works of highest quality and greatest accessibility. JH then provides an analysis of historical inquiry and the allied area of political philosophy, stressing the importance of statistically based studies. Concludes by a discussion of philosophy, especially logic and methodologies of inquiry.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel3896

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Thomas Maclear
Date:
[2 April 1834]
Source of text:
unknown
Summary:

Saw a 'small round perfectly defined body' last night that looks like a planet.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel3897

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Thomas Maclear
Date:
[4 April 1834]
Source of text:
RS:HS 21.159
Summary:

Found a 'very fine' planetary nebula. Unable to learn anything conclusive from TM's microscope readings. JH's observation tower is erected and is currently being plastered.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel13002

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
James Calder Stewart
Date:
[13 April 1834]
Source of text:
TxU:H/L-0415; Reel 1055
Summary:

Describes Wynberg's climate, plants, scenery, and social customs. Margaret's collection of flower paintings. 20-ft. telescope became active on 26 Feb. Duncan Stewart departed today aboard Claudine. Thank Peter [Stewart] for papers sent to JH. French Academy awarded medal to JH.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel3898

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Thomas Maclear
Date:
[15 April 1834]
Source of text:
unknown
Summary:

Happy that TM is handling his facial paralysis so well; JH believes that it is due primarily to anxiety and overwork.

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John Herschel Project
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