| Description | Describes her trial of mesmerism to alleviate the long term speech impediment of Dr [Thomas] Arnold's second son, Tom (1823-1900), now aged about 22. He has expressed interest in further trials and Harriet Martineau would like to arrange for him to call on Atkinson for his opinion and advice.
The letter also makes reference to her work and health, the effect of mesmerising on her, and reports on various mutual acquaintances including Miss Bakewell and Mrs Wynyard. |