Faraday to George Biddell Airy   24 November 1860

[Royal Institution embossed letterhead] | 24 Novr. 1860

My dear Sir

I would not wish to press you unpleasantly but are there any hopes that we may have you here in the coming season on the Eclipse¹. My words are few not because our hopes or desires or thanks are small but because my respect to your position & character is very great. We have little to offer your but gratitude & delight on our part[.]

Ever Truly Yours | M. Faraday

The Astronomer Royal | &c &c &c