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158 The Floral King.
never could have thought that the Swedish nation
should there have got the honour of describing its
rare objects. I thank the Academy with due respect,
that it has been pleased to hear me regarding this
momentous appointment, I vow by all that is honest
that I shall never abuse this privilege, but shall
always advise the best I know and am acquainted
with, without regard to friends, recommendations, or
any self-interest, to what I have in common with
Science.”
In September 1747, Linnzeus wrote officially to
the President and Members of the Royal Academy
of Science, urging Professor Kalm’s journey to
Canada; an extract from this letter is highly
characteristic.
‘* My respectful request to the Royal Academy is
now, that Professor Kalm’s journey with all diligence
be urged on, for I have from my long experience
learnt how necessary it is to strike while the iron is
hot, and to work while the cause is young and fresh,
while the stars are favourable, while one has yet the
wish, hope and longing, while the fancy is tickled,
and while one has patronage. If fate gains time
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