WCP1730

[1]

The Dell, Grays Essex

Jan[uar]^y. 19th. 1875

Dear D^r Sclater

Mr Macmillan thinks it would add much to the general interest of my book on Geographical Distribution¹ if it were illustrated by a series of figures of characteristic animals. As I fear the expense of the necessary maps will be as much as the book will bear I should be glad to known[sic] if you think the Council would (if applied to by me) allow me the use of a few of their stones or blocks for suitable animals. [2] If you think there is any chance of success in such an application will you be so good as to inform me whether the lithographic stones of all the plates of the "Proceedings" are kept, or if not so how many years back.

I shall also be glad know if it usual or necessary to ask permission to copy any of the illustrations from works of the Society, for publication.² [3] I may take the opportunity [manuscript damaged] enquiring about a paper on manuscript damaged] Galapagos Islands, which you stated some two or three years ago you had in preparation. Will it be out shortly? Or if not could you give me a copy of the lists you have made sent of Birds’ Reptiles’ &c. or can you tell me if all the birds are to be found mentioned in you<r> "Nomenclature".

I remain | Yours very faithfully | Alfred R. Wallace [signature]

P. L. Sclater Esq. F.R.S.³