Darwin, Francis

Francis Darwin an Ernst Haeckel, Down, 17. Mai 1882

Down

May 17 ‘82

Dear Professor Häckel,

I am beginning to collect material for a biography of my father, although the plan of such a work is quite immature and even the question of authorship not yet decided. I shall however undertake the collection of all his^a correspondence &c^b and I should therefore be very grateful to you if you would send me any letters you may have || from my father. I would have them copied and returned to you registered.

I need hardly say that your wishes would be of course consulted in making a choice for publication.

I am sure you will be glad to learn that my mother continues well, and is calm and cheerful.

Yours faithfully

Francis Darwin

^a eingef.: his; ^b eingef.: c