Letter from Michael Faraday to James Heywood Markland, 1853.

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  • Reference
    • GB 227 msQC16.F2L2
  • Dates of Creation
    • 22 April 1853
  • Name of Creator
  • Language of Material
    • English
  • Physical Description
    • 1p

Scope and Content

Autograph letter signed, Michael Faraday (1791-1867), physicist, to James Heywood Markland.

Concerning the matter of the Bath [Waters?]. Signed M Faraday. Royal Institution, 22 April 1853.

Administrative / Biographical History

Michael Faraday (1791-1867), noted scientist, natural philosopher, director of the Royal Institution.

James Heywood Markland (1788-1864) wrote about the city of Bath, as well as writing prayers for those who came in search of a cure at the hot springs of Bath.

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Call number used to be ms19

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Paper: 10.5x17.8cm

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