Letter from Joseph Black, Edinburgh to his nephew, George Black, dated 8 October 1798. The letter is about George's knee injury, news of Nelson's victory at the Nile. It also mentions verses by Hafiz [sic, referring to poet Hafez] in Belfast News letter.

Letter from Joseph Black, Edinburgh to his nephew, George Black, dated 13 November 1798. The letter is about French prisoners in Edinburgh Castle and it mentions a poem by "Hafiz" [referring to poet Hafez].

Letter from Joseph Black, Edinburgh to his nephew, George Black, dated 24 January 1799. The letter is about his brother's and wife's health. Joseph Black states that he himself is well.

Letter from Joseph Black, Edinburgh to his nephew, George Black, dated 26 May 1799. The letter is about the French flax, Lord Bridport [Alexander Hood] and mentions Adam Ferguson's account of naval telegraphy. Joseph Black states he has been ill but is recovering.

Letter from Joseph Black, Hope Park, Edinburgh to his nephew, George Black, dated 12 June 1799. The letter is about giving condolences to his nephew on the illnesses of his parents, and providing medical advice.

Letter from Joseph Black, Edinburgh to his nephew, George Black, dated 25 August 1799. The letter is about Mr Turnley's health. Joseph Black states that he himself is well.

Letter from Joseph Black, Edinburgh to his nephew, George Black, dated 9 November 1799. The letter is about the property of Ballintagart and the law relating to inheritance. Joseph Black also mentions Montesquieu's letter to his father which he would like to have and Adam Ferguson.

John Robison wrote to George Black (fl1799-1801), the nephew of Joseph Black, regarding the publication of Joseph Black's lectures.

9 letters, chronologically arranged (1799-1801)