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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC04031.01 |
| From Archive Folder | Documents Relating to 1829 |
| Title | John James Audubon to Richard Harlan regarding journey from Philadelphia to Louisiana and birds he has been studying |
| Date | 18 November 1829 |
| Author | Audubon, John James (1785-1851) |
| Recipient | Harlan, Richard |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Describes his journey from Philadelphia to Louisiana and states that he was able to see his wife. Mentions birds he has been studying, particularly swallows. Also states that a friend of his has discovered new birds, which he will tell Harlan about when he can see him again. Informs that he will be going to England by the 15th of January. Remarks that he will start drawing next week, both animals and plants natural to "this Magnificent Louisiana." Asks Harlan to give regards to mutual friends. Signed postscript written across page one states that he has "just now Killed a Large New Falcon, yes positively a New Species of Hawk." Goes on to describe the physical characteristics of the falcon. Addressed to Harlan in Philadelphia. |
| Subjects | Geography and Natural History Wildlife Travel Art, Music, Theater, and Film |
| People | Audubon, John James (1785-1851) Harlan, Richard (1796-1843) |
| Place written | St. Francisville, Louisiana |
| Theme | Science, Technology, Invention; Arts & Literature |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859 |
| Additional Information | Harlan, a natural historian, was a pioneer in the study of comparative anatomy and vertebrate paleontology in the United States during the years following the War of 1812. |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |
| Related documents | Letter from Richard Harlan to John James Audubon regarding Audubon's work and family |