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From:
William Trant, Jr.
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[23 August 1864]
Source of text:
RS:HS 17.372
Summary:

Asks for JH's advice on astronomy as a profession.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel4175

From:
William Trant, Jr.
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[1 September 1864]
Source of text:
RS:HS 17.373
Summary:

Thanks JH for advice on the pursuit of astronomy, especially concerning the importance of mathematics. Desires to know astronomy not just as a 'pleasurable companion' but as a 'bosom friend.'

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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