FARADAY (Michael, 1791-1867, Chemist & Physicist)

Autograph Letter Signed to "My dear GLADSTONE" (William Ewart, 1809-1898, Prime Minister) returning "the M.S. with many thanks. I hope you got safe home & found all well there. Best remembrances to Mrs Gladstone ...", 1 side 8vo., Royal Institution blind-stamped paper, 13th August

When asked by William Gladstone, at the time Minister of Finance, about the practical value of electricity, Faraday replied: "One day sir, you may tax it".

Item Date:  1860

Stock No:  40922