Papers of the Rev. John Fleming, Professor of Natural Philosophy (1785-1857) 1808-1931

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Papers of the Rev. John Fleming, Professor of Natural Philosophy (1785-1857) 1808-1931

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2 volumes, 3 letters, 1 box, miscellaneous notes and off-prints.

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Edinburgh University Library

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