Dear Sir

I am much indebted to you for y^r kindness in having sent me copies of your Literatur & Tables sur Descendenztheorie, taken from y^r work, Die Darwinsche Theorie.¹ I read this some little time since with very great interest, as it seemed to me very well done, though taking too favourable a view of my work; it contained a considerable amount of matter new to me.

I know that I intended to write to you on the subject, but as I have to write many letters I cannot remember whether I ever did so.²

With the papers just rec^d there came an essay on my last book, written I suppose by your father, & I particularly request that you will present my sincere thanks for his kindness.³

I beg leave to remain | dear Sir | yours faithfully & obliged | Ch. Darwin