Constantine Samuel Rafinesque, Palermo, [Sicily], to Sir James Edward Smith

Summary

Has not heard from Smith for two years; uncertain if the Linnean Society has received his papers on genus 'Bertolonia', genus 'Callitriche', and descriptions of two new genera of 'Crustacea' and new species of Atlantic fish. Enquires after the bill he sent Smith with which to purchase and send him new natural history books. He has also sent the first volume of a scientific journal he has been publishing since the start of the year as well, but hearing no answer supposes it not acceptable. Encloses several pamphlets. Regrets that their correspondence is not more active. Wishes to know if "Flora Britannica" vol 4 and "Prodromus florae graecae" vol 2 are published.

Letter details

Record number

LINNEAN99

From

Constantine Samuel Rafinesque

To

Sir James Edward Smith

Date

20 Sep 1814

Sent from

Palermo, Sicily

Source of text

GB-110/JES/ADD/83, The Linnean Society of London

Language

English

Contributor

The Linnean Society of London[View Ɛpsilon collection]

Also published in The Correspondence of Sir James Edward Smith, The Linnean Society's Archive Catalogue.

• Constantine Samuel Rafinesque
• Sir James Edward Smith