Commentary and poem on Sir Humphry Davy [manuscript], after 1830.

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Commentary and poem on Sir Humphry Davy [manuscript], after 1830.

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This unsigned excerpt is likely by John Ayrton Paris, as it is similar to a section in his Life of Sir Humphry Davy (and may be a draft). Commentary on Sir Humphry Davy's illnesses, which many attributed to the fumes, especially those of baryta, to which his experiments had exposed him. Quotes an epigram that voiced this opinion, beginning "Says Davy to Baryt, I've a strong inclination." Paris believes this "jeu d'esprit" was from the pen of Stephen Weston, who sent a copy of the lines only four days before his death.

2 leaves ; 23 x 19 cm.

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Davy, Humphry, Sir, 1778-1829

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English physician and natural philosopher. From the description of Papers, 1817-1829. (Duke University). WorldCat record id: 35007362 Epithet: natural philosopher British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000497.0x00030a English chemist. From the description of Letter, 1810 May 22, to John MacMurray. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122644626 From the description of Autograph lette...

Paris, John Ayrton, 1785-1856

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Weston, Stephen, 1747-1830

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