Reports sending his book [cf. AD 170] via M. Bombarde. Seeks Adanson, since he was kind to him when in Paris, as his mentor. Asks Adanson to supervise the preparation of his plates, being drawn and engraved by de Ferht. Praises the history of botany in Familles des plantes. Calls himself one of Adanson’s “elêves.” Asks Adanson’s help to become a membre correspondant of the Académie. A draft of the reply to these two letters, dated 6 Xbre [Dec.] 1764, reports that the book was received in a bad condition; criticizes the memoir on “Patar” and Illecebra, and notes that an account of Belemnites was treated at the Académie some years ago. Advises Buc’hoz to investigate new subjects that will honor the Academy. Did not receive the first two volumes of the Lorraine history of plants nor the Prospectus. Will be glad to supervise the plates. Replies with guarded comments to Buc’hoz’s desire to be a member of the Académie, noting that he will seize the opportunity to act when Buc’hoz’s accomplishments bring him to the attention of that body.