Hooker's father-in-law) occurred on May 16th, 1861.) Down, May 24th [1861].
Thanks for your two notes.

I am glad that the burial is over, and sincerely sympathise and can most fully understand your feelings at your loss.
I grieve to think how little I saw of Henslow for many years.

With respect to a biography of Henslow, I cannot help feeling rather doubtful, on the principle that a biography could not do him justice.
His letters were generally written in a hurry, and I fear he did not keep any journal or diary.

If there were any vivid materials to describe his life as parish priest, and manner of managing the poor, it would be very good.
I am never very sanguine on literary projects.

I cannot help fearing his Life might turn out flat.