| RefNo | MS/603/11/131 |
| Previous numbers | 2072 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from E T [Edmund Taylor] Whittaker, 35 George Square, Edinburgh, to Sir Joseph [Larmor] |
| Creator | Whittaker; Sir Edmund Taylor (1873-1956); British mathematician and astronomer |
| Recipient | Larmor; Sir Joseph (1857-1942); Irish theoretical physicist |
| Date | 17 February 1922 |
| Description | A long description and recommendation for Whittaker's student, Robert Schlapp, whom he wishes Larmor to take on as a student of mathematical physics at Cambridge and at St. John's College. Whittaker gives his background, including war service, and attainments, concluding: 'I can strongly recommend him on personal grounds - a widely read & cultured man, a good musician, a metaphysician, & a delightful companion'. |
| Extent | 3p. |
| Format | Manuscript |
| PhysicalDescription | Ink on paper |
| AccessStatus | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | PersonName | Dates |
| NA2270 | Whittaker; Sir; Edmund Taylor (1873 - 1956); mathematician and astronomer | 1873 - 1956 |