| RefNo | HS/27/87 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Draft letter, from Sir John Herschel to Montague Bernard |
| Creator | Herschel; Sir; John Frederick William (1792 - 1871); astronomer and mathematician |
| Recipient | Bernard; Montague (1820-1882); lawyer; Royal Commissioner |
| Date | 11 April 1863 |
| Description | Draft letter in Herschel's hand on the reverse of various correspondence. Two versions of the first two pages, many alterations.
In response to the request [see Edward Twisleton's 1863-4-10] to comment on mathematics and physical science education for the Public School Commissioners, Herschel urges that more teaching be done in these areas.
A previous enveloppe addressed to Herschel remains with the item, titled " In Re. public schools commission, 1863" JFWH's views on P. Scho Math& Educn etc.", with previous shelfmark, A5-35. |
| Language | English |
| Extent | 15pp |
| Format | Manuscript |
| Digital images | View item on Science in the Making |
| AccessStatus | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | PersonName | Dates |
| NA8238 | Herschel; Sir; John Frederick William (1792 - 1871); mathematician and astronomer | 1792 - 1871 |