Faraday to James South   4 March 1843

Royal Institution | 4 Mar 1843

My dear Sir James

It is pleasant to hear of you every now & then and of the heartiness with which you pursue everything you take up - and so Mr. Huggins¹ note last night though aside from your main occupation was very acceptable. I do not like the custom of forming great expectations but in the present case cannot resist it²[.] The noble author³ of the great work, its high object, its success, would have been enough even without any portion of your energy & enthusiasm, to make the account of the operations & results most interesting & important and what must they be with that you bring to the matter[.] I trust you enjoy the heartiest health and I hope you will give my humble & sincere respects to your host & Lady Rosse⁴[.]

Ever My dear Sir James | Your faithful Servant | M. Faraday