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Has sent the case containing the books, including, amongst others, Memoirs of the Academy of St Petersburg but cannot find the book on Luther which he was asked to procure. Notes that he could order it from Holland or Germany. Gives news of a big public book sale in Paris which AJC's learned friends may be interested in. Gives a list of the books which will be available and suggests he is happy to act as a buying agent, as he has done for an Oxford professor. Hopes to see AJC in the summer either in Switzerland or in France. Comments that France is in turmoil and society is greatly divided and fears that this situation will last some time. Discusses Paris theatre.

Had become anxious as to the fate of AJC, especially with the strong autumn gales which cause so many shipwrecks, so was pleased to receive the letter. Is too busy with his Consul work to be able to visit, especially as he is taking his family to Switzerland this year. Gives news of the academic progress of his son. Complains about the cold weather in Paris. Asks for a number of books to be sent to him if at all possible and also gives a detailed list of a friend's collection of Memoirs of the Academy at St Petersburg which are being sold at a very cheap price. Suggests that Cambrige University might be interested. Believes that AJC will enjoy his visit to Germany and bemoans the loss of these beautiful regions by France. Gives news of recent social events, including theatre trips, his family and also comments that he has taken up theological study.

Gives news of his travels; of purchasing a carriage with another traveller, the vineyards in Burgundy and their poor state. Describes a beer salon in Lyons and the large consumption of beer in that city, the relatively peaceful mien of Lyons as opposed to the rest of France and describes other sights in Lyons, especially the Quays, a city gathering at a chapel and the river and fort. Gives information of his stay in Geneva, including describing the family he stays with and other friends and acquaintances. Mentions the number of English in Geneva and their effect on the cost of bread and lodgings. Gives a list of English people of his acquaintance presently in Geneva.