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How did Sir John get hold of James’ original manuscript?

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James’ original manuscript was to be published in ‘Nature’. Sir John got hold of it as the editor of ‘Nature’ was his friend.

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अध्याय 9: The Comet - 1 - Comprehension Check [पृष्ठ ८०]

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अध्याय 9 The Comet - 1
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