The writer discusses receiving Helvétius’s book De l’Esprit, noting that they are now relieved of the task of forwarding it. They express confusion over the vehement opposition to Helvétius, whom they view as a philosopher promoting harmless truths, and suggest that hidden enemies may have incited the backlash. Despite differing views on some aspects of Helvétius’s work, the writer finds it generally commendable and inoffensive.