I wish, however, he would not praise so much that old brown dry stick Jameson.

Altogether, to my taste, it is much the best introductory lecture I have ever read.

I hear his anniversary address is very good.
Adios, my dear Hooker; do be wise and good, and be careful of your stomach, within which, as I know full well, lie intellect, conscience, temper, and the affections.
LETTER 38.

TO J.D.HOOKER.

Down, December 2nd [1854].
You are a pretty fellow to talk of funking the returning thanks at the dinner for the medal.