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Handwritten list for the distribution of the 1908-14 Collection consisting of four cut small-sized sheets initially folded in bifolios and with notes on both sides as well as of one folded sheet with notes on both sides. The names of individuals are recorded chronollogically (1920-1926); next to the names is the number of issues sent to each of them as well as notes by Cavafy regarding the person who mediates for the acquisition of the issue or who will be the final recipient. An the top of the list it is stated that the distribution started in April 1920. The total of issues distributed is recorded at the end of each page and then it is carried forward to the top of the next one.

Handwritten list for the distribution of the 1915 onwards Collection consisting of five sheets of paper, initially folded in bifolios, with notes on both sides, except for the last one which bears notes only on one. The names of individuals are recorded in chronological order (1920-1926); next to the names is the number of issues sent to each of them as well as notes by Cavafy regarding the person who mediates for the acquisition of the issue or who will be the final recipient. At the top of the list it is stated that the distribution started in August 1920. The total of issues distributed is recorded at the end of each page and then it is carried forward to the top of the next one.

Handwritten Draft letter by Cavafy to R[ica Singopoulo] on both sides of two sheets. Page 3 is numbered. The poet refers to his correspondence with the Singopoulos as well as to matters related to Alexandrini Techni. He informs her regarding the despatch of copies of his poetry collections to authors and artists in Athens.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Rica [Singopoulo] on both sides of a sheet. The poet refers to the publication of the issue of Alexandrini Techni as well as to the receipt of Athenian newspapers.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Tellos Agras in the first page of a bifolio and in the first and second pages of a second bifolio. The remaining pages are blank. Thanks and remarks on a lecture delivered by Agras regarding the poet. Cancellations. Date indication: «3/16 Sept.».

Four-page programme of lectures by Mme Barthe (Josephine Barthe d'Yvermont) in the Apollo Theatre of Athens. The lectures are on modern Greek poetry and the Greek origins of certain cities in France. Advertisement of the journal Nea Techni on the last page. Cavafy is included among the authors presented.

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Marios Vaianos on all sides of bifolio. The poet refers with satisfaction to an event to be held in Athens on him and his work as well as to a relevant lecture by Alkis Thrylos. He praises the literary work of Vaianos and informs him about the despatch of poems of his. Accompanied by the verso of an envelope with the recipient's address in Athens. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Rica Singopoulo on both sides of a sheet. The poet informs her about the despatch of his letters to the Singopoulos as well as about the progress of the printing of the next issue of Alexandrini Techni. He sends his regards to authors and intellectuals that the Singopoulos will be meeting in Athens. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Rica Singopoulo on both sides of a sheet. The poet refers to his correspondence with the Singopoulos and conveys news from Alexandria.

Handwritten letter by Marios Vaianos to Cavafy on both sides of a sheet. The author reminds Cavafy to send poems as well as his photograph for the next issue of the journal Nea Techni. He also informs him about two initiatives aimed at promoting his work: a study that is about to be published in the newspaper Eleftheros Typos and a literary event with recitations of his poems. There is also mention of the journal Nea Zoi and the newspaper Eleftheros Logos. Rubber stamp of Nea Techni at the top of the recto as a logo. (Athens)

Handwritten letter by Marios Vaianos to Cavafy in a bifolio, accompanied by the printed programme of the lectures in the "Apollo" theatre of Athens. Reference to an event which included a lecture by J. Barthe D'Yvermont and recitation of poems by Cavafy ("In the Month of Hathor", "Tomb of Iases", etc.) as well as a publication in the newspaper Proia. Rubber stamp of the Hellenic Navy Pension Fund, as the logo, at the top of the first page. (Athens)

Handwritten letter by Tellos Agras to Cavafy in a bifolio of the Ministry of Agriculture (the printed details have been crossed out) with notes on all sides. Cavafy's poetic work is commented upon extensively; remarks regarding the publications until that time and reference to poem titles ("Candles", "Waiting for the Barbarians" etc.). Also recorded are the author's views on the genre classification of Cavafy's work as well as his intention to proceed with a relevant publication. (Athens)

Handwritten notes on both sides of a piece of paper, in a handwriting other than Cavafy's (most probably Rica Singopoulo's). List of names of authors and intellectuals.

Handwritten list of names of authors and intellectuals on both sides of a small piece of paper, not by the poet (it is probably written by Giannis Saregiannis).

Handwritten notes by Cavafy on a card of the journal Panaigyptia and on a probably handmade notepad. Three sheets have been cut off from the notepad and some are blank. Records of persons, some abbreviated. Date indications covering the period 1903-1924.