An authentic narrative of the dissensions and debates in the Royal Society. [Regarding Dr. Charles Hutton's dismissal from the office of Foreign Secretary] Containing the speeches at large of Dr. Horsley, Dr. Maskelyne, Mr. Maseres, Mr. Poore, Mr. Glenie, Mr. Watson and Mr. Maty / [Anon].
- Horsley, Samuel, 1733-1806.
- Date:
- 1784
Licence: Public Domain Mark
Credit: An authentic narrative of the dissensions and debates in the Royal Society. [Regarding Dr. Charles Hutton's dismissal from the office of Foreign Secretary] Containing the speeches at large of Dr. Horsley, Dr. Maskelyne, Mr. Maseres, Mr. Poore, Mr. Glenie, Mr. Watson and Mr. Maty / [Anon]. Source: Wellcome Collection.
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