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- 8 Oct 1890 (Production)
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1 letter, with envelope.
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Reports that he is very busy. Refers to Patterson's letter, in which he gives a 'masterly though fanciful analysis of [his] situation'. Acknowledges the difficulty of increasing his stock of books in English literature. Reports that there is 'a great deal of good work[s] now brought out in England in a handbook form'. Refers to 'an excellent little book on English Composition' brought out by Nichol, late professor of English literature at Glasgow. Claims to be amuzed by Patterson's description of his 'human material.' Observes that 'even in Germany - the land of Geist - it is but a very small percentage of students whose academic study is prompted and guided by a pure love of knowledge.' Contrasts the attitude to the teaching and study of philosophy abroad and in England. Intends to go to Budapest for a holiday.