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Remarks that it seems 'an immense time' since he left Rugby, even though it has only been a fortnight. Reports that he had to move into other rooms when he first came up to Cambridge, as the floors in his own rooms were rotten. Is back in his own rooms now, where he has installed a new stove. Is glad that she enjoyed her visit to London. Wishes that he could have spent more time in the [Great] Exhibition, and comments on some of the works, including the statue of the 'Reading Girl' [by Pietro Magni], and Story's Cleopatra. Has recovered his watch from Wellington College. Comments that Minnie appears to be very busy. Remarks that there has been some theological excitement in consequence of Bishop Colenso's publication in the Guardian. Reports that it was believed for some time that the Reverend F.D. Maurice was going to resign his preferment, and come to reside [in Cambridge] 'in order to write freely on theological topics - but he has decided not to do so.' Reports that Kingsley is lecturing [very well] on America, and is writing in Macmillan's Magazine 'a child's tale [The Water Babies] so absurd that [Henry] almost thought he was cracked'. Hopes that his mother's legal difficulties will be resolved satisfactorily.

Gratefully acknowledges receipt of her long letter [101/157]. Regrets to hear that his uncle Christopher [Sidgwick?] is going to law. In relation to ' "Colenso" ', does not expect his uncle 'to be converted to more liberal views at his time of life.' Believes that a crisis is coming on again in the Church of England, 'much like that of the Tractarians.' Discusses Colenso's book [The Pentateuch and Book of Joshua Critically Examined] in relation to the impending crisis. Regrets that no one has reviewed Miss [Anne] Brown's book. Wishes to cut his connection with the press, as it interferes with his study and does not improve his style. Declares that 'the Problems [in Human Nature' is not the kind of book he would like to write about. Undertakes to send Miss Brown 'Coventry [Patmore]'.

Confirms that he has read the Chronicles of Carlingford by Margaret Oliphant, part of which he compares with George Eliot, 'and one cannot give it higher praise, but the melodramatic element a little spoils it'. Wishes to hear his mother's views 'about Hymen [god of marriage] and the facilities for serving them', and asks if she thinks women are annoyed by the social restraints as much as men, since 'it does not appear in their books.' Says that he would like the American freedom, but doesn't suppose that she would. Discusses relations between men and women in America, compared to those in England. Declares that he is much obliged for Miss Brown's 'good opinion of [his] humble efforts'.

Written from [Pieter]Maritzburg.

Seemingly in Colenso's hand.

Written from [Pieter]Maritzburg.

Written from Ekukanyeni, [Pieter]Maritzburg.

Written from Bishopstowe, [Pieter]Maritzburg.

The papers contain some corrections in ink and each concludes with the initials 'H.S.'and a date. Including the following titles: 'On Prospectus.' [5 Mar]; 'No Respect of Persons'; [18 April]; 'Note on Dress. F[rancis] E[lliot] K[itchener]' [21 May 1861]; 'H.S. on F.E.K. Sound. [The Senses.]' [5 August 1861]; 'Reply of F.E.K. on Note V. "The Senses."' [25 Februrary]; 'Note. F.E.K. [John William?] Colenso' [6 May]; 'Mixed Motives' [17 May]; 'H[enry] G[raham] D[akyns] Note 1.'; 'A Leaf from my Notebook on Society.' [22 April]. Persons are referred to by their initials, and include E. R[hodes]. Accompanying papers is an envelope addressed to Mrs Sidgwick [name and address crossed out], with 'Initial Society Essays Typed copies' inscribed on it. On reverse is a list, in pencil, of papers, with publication details.