| Reference number | HS/6/286 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter, from Augustus De Morgan to Sir John Herschel, dated at 7 Camden St. |
| Creator | Morgan; Augustus de (1806-1871); British mathematician; logician; Professor of Mathematics at University College London |
| Date | 15 August 1856 |
| Description | Autograph letter signed by sender. John Frederick William Herschel's last letter was written in a good strong hand. Recommends suitable drink for hot weather. Gives his views about the possible marriage of Isaac Newton's niece. Has had a letter from a Mr. Wither on mathematical books. |
| Language | English |
| Extent | 4pp |
| Format | Manuscript |
| Place origin | 7 Camden St., London |
| Origin coordinates | 51.541, -0.1433 |
| Digital images | View item on Science in the Making |
| Access status | Open |
| URL description | Also available on Epsilon |
| URL | https://epsilon.ac.uk/view/herschel/letters/Herschel7050
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Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | Name | Dates |
| NA8238 | Herschel; Sir; John Frederick William (1792 - 1871); astronomer | 1792 - 1871 |