From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Jean Baptiste Joseph Fourier
Date:
[15 February 1830]
Source of text:
Académie des sciences (Paris) (draft: RS:HS 7.353 & C: 21.58)
Summary:
Expresses elation and gratitude at being elected corresponding member of the astronomy section of the Académie des sciences. Believes that JH's name has led to JH's researches gaining more praise than their merits justify.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project