Copy of letter, from Sir John Herschel to James South, dated at Slough Copy of letter, copied as part of the correspondence project led by Colonel John Herschel FRS following the death of his father. Surprised at James South's response [see 1831-11-28] to his offer. Because the offer was well intentioned, repeats it and hopes that their mutual interests will lead to continued correspondence. 29 November 1831