Reminisces about their friendship; literary matters.

Gives news of himself and his family. Allston must be humored. Speaks at length on his ideas of human nature.

Tells of Lord Holland's death. Speaks of politics in the U.S., Spain, and England.

Sends letters to be forwarded to friends.

Mentions Prescott; sends books to Harvard University Library; has become a member of the Massachusetts Historical Society; literary matters; because of the conditions in France, he wants to transfer some capital to the U.S.

Offers to send Ticknor a book by Count Raizynski on "the modern art of painting in Germany." Apologizes for the delay in distributing the Count's books. He has been busy "as arbiter to decide the claims upon Mexico."

Describes his illness. His classes are going well. Gives news of his family. There is little literary spirit in society. Bryant and Holmes have published more.