Allow me to have the honor to present You with the present again with a new publication of mine intended to diffuse interest for a science the general utility of which is as universally acknowledged as it is, desirable to extend it in this country.1 A popular exposition of the system of the Universe, which I should feel happy if my desire of rendering this study agreable had the success that the subject deserves.

I am on my way to Richmond Virga where I shall stay at least untill next August. I should feel happy if I could succeed in rendering myself usefull in Your State, and take the Liberty to recomand myself in the continuance of Your patronage.

The Book being in two Volumes I make each a separate fold that they may go by the mail. I have the honor to be with perfect respect and Esteem Excellent Sir Your most obedt Srt