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Handwritten text on a homemade notepad, sewn on the spine. Travel diary and notes. The title handwritten on the cover. Mentions of non-Greek publications and bibliographical references to 1880 and 1807 editions. Some pages are blank. One page in Greek. Note on metrics below (Homeric?) verses in English. Copy of a poem by D. Solomos and its translation into English. The poet departs, together with his mother and two of his siblings, on a steamboat to Istanbul on the aftermath of the Urabi Revolt, for which young Cavafy provides a short analysis. Extensive reference to the members of the Fotiadis family. The narration covers the period 23/6-8/7/[1882].

Handwritten draft letter by C. P. Cavafy to his brother, Aristeidis, from the 1889 correspondence series, in a bifolio, with notes on the recto and verso of the first sheet. Reference to the matter of the continuing absence of Aristeidis Cavafy abroad and the need for his return as well as to financial matters.

Handwritten texts on five sheets, including the draft letter by Charikleia Cavafy to Aristeidis Cavafy, from the 1889 correspondence series, split in two parts. The first part includes three documents (two sheets and a bifolio with a printed crest "For Christ and Caesar" [in Greek], with notes on all sides). The second part includes two pieces of cut sheets (one of which with text on both sides) and contains additions to the first part. C. P. Cavafy is referred to as a third person. Cancellations, emendations and abbreviations. Use of English and French words and phrases. Reference to the matter of the continuing absence of Aristeidis Cavafy abroad and to the need for his return, as well as to financial matters.

Handwritten text on seven sheets and one piece of paper. On the recto of the first sheet, the title "Genealogical Gossip or Various bits of the History of our Father's & Mother's family thrown together" as well as the indication "5 May '83", in pencil. Blank verso. Sheets 2-6 are written on both sides. At the bottom of the verso of the sixth sheet, the poet's signature, the date and the place: "Constantine Cavafy / 15 April 1883 / Yenikeuy (Constantinople) / At Mons. G. Fotiadis villa". "Addenda to Genealogical Gossip" " on the recto of the seventh sheet. On the piece of paper, notes, most likely by John Cavafy, on the family branch in London and in Liverpool. It should be dated to a period postdating the rest of the text, as the latest year recorded is 1891. The text refers to all that the poet heard and learned in Istanbul from his grandfather George Fotiadis and from his aunt Roxandra Plessou, his father's sister, regarding the ancestors of the Cavafy and Fotiadis families.

Manuscript on two large-size sheets affixed to one another so as to form a double sheet paper. It contains the Cavafy family tree, going back to the generation of their father, Peter John Cavafy. The date of birth and death of the family members is recorded as well as other relevant information. There is also record of the Cavafy family crests and crowns as well as other "Notes", explanatory of the family tree.

Handwritten letter by Amalia Callinus to Aristeidis Cavafy on all sides of a bifolio. The author expresses her love for her nephew and describes her everyday life as well as that of her family's. Sketches (portraits) in pencil on the last page. (Istanbul)

Handwritten letter by Cavafy's aunt Euvoulia Papalamprinou to the poet, on both sides of a sheet. Expression of grief for the death of the poet's brother, Peter Cavafy. Social news. Interpolated words in French. (Istanbul)

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on two letterheads of R. J. Moss & Co., Alexandria. The second page is numbered at top right. Comments on the poetry of Robert Browning. News on the progress of the issue of the family indemnity by the Egyptian government.

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy, on the first and third pages of a double sheet letterhead of R. J. Moss & Co., Alexandria. The remaining pages are blank. Family and personal news. Reference to the situation in the Sudan and its impact on Egypt. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on both sides of a small letterhead of R. J. Moss & Co., Alexandria. John describes his everyday life and his professional prospects, and refers to the issue of the indemnities. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on both sides of a letterhead of R. J. Moss & Co., Alexandria. Financial matters of the family. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on both sides of a ruled sheet. The Egyptian Government has started paying indemnities. The author is looking for a suitable house in Alexandria, with the prospect of the family's immediate return there. Financial matters. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on three letterhead of R. J. Moss & Co., Alexandria. Pages 2-5 are numbered. Social news from Alexandria. Quote from Past and Present by Thomas Carlyle.

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on the first and third pages of two double sheet notepapers and on the recto of a letterhead of R. J. Moss & Co., Alexandria. Page 3 is numbered. Update on financial affairs of the family and on the issue of indemnities. Linguistic remarks. Quote from a letter by Alexander Pope to Henry Cromwell.

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on the first and third pages of three double sheet letterheads of R. J. Moss & Co., Alexandria. Pages 2-6 are numbered at top right. Excerpt from a sonnet by the French poet Félix Arvers and related comments. Update on the social life in Alexandria and on family matters.

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on the first and third pages of a double sheet letterhead of R. J. Moss & Co., Alexandria. Comments on the financial situation of the family and its possible reunification. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on the first and third pages of a double sheet letterhead of R. J. Moss & Co., Alexandria. Detailed comments on the financial situation of the family; extensive reference to the cholera epidemic, which is in remission. Mention an Italian troupe performing at the "Polytheama" theatre. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy, on the first and third pages of a double sheet letterhead of R. J. Moss & Co., Alexandria. The remaining pages are blank. Discussion on poetry. Comments on the Sudan and reference to the medal awarded to their brother Peter-John (Order of the Medjidie). Excerpt from John's poem "The red Mouse" in the third page. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on one side of a paper, folded in a bifolio. Comments on the political situation and reference to the amounts of money sent by the brothers from Alexandria to their mother in Istanbul. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on the recto of six ruled letterheads of R. J. Moss & Co., Alexandria. Sheets 2-6 are numbered at top right. Family and financial issues are raised, as well as poetry, Cavafy's genealogical notes, the political situation in Alexandria and Egypt in general. Commentary on poems composed by John.

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on the recto of three letterheads of R. J. Moss & Co., Alexandria. Pages 2 and 3 are numbered at top right. Social news and financial issues of the family. Details from a ball organised by the Zervoudakis family.

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on the first and third pages of a double sheet letterhead of R. J. Moss & Co., Alexandria. The sender comments on his personal financial situation and conveys the news of family friends. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on two double sheet letterheads of R. J. Moss & Co., Alexandria. The sender describes the difficult work conditions and the poor financial situation of himself and his brothers as well as the psychological consequences of these conditions. He expresses, however, his optimism for the immediate future as well as his disappointment because he cannot find time to engage in poetry. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy, on the first and third pages of a double sheet notepaper of R. J. Moss & Co., Alexandria. Comments on one pf his poems; linguistic remarks. Social news.

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on the recto of a letterhead and on both sides of a second letterhead of R. J. Moss & Co., Alexandria. Reference to the poor financial situation of the family and hopes for slight improvement. Detailed description of the ability of the three elder brothers from Alexandria for financial assistance to their mother and their younger brothers in Istanbul. Reference to the efforts by C. P. Cavafy to translate works by Shakespeare. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on the recto of four sheets. Pages 2 to 4 are numbered. Detailed description of the visit to Alexandria of their mother's sister, Sévastie, with her family, on their way to Shanghai. Reference to John's everyday routine and to family friends. Interpolated phrases in Greek. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on both sides of a sheet. Page 2 is numbered. John expresses his optimism that the Egyptian Government will soon pay the indemnities. He also informs his brother about the despatch of a book. (Alexandria)

Handwritten diary-type letter by Paul Cavafy to his mother on all sides of a bifolio. The address "30, Westbourne Terrace, Hyde Park, W." at top right of the first page. Paul is preparing to leave London and return to Egypt via Paris and Marseille. He expresses his enthusiasm about the city. Use of interpolated English and French words and phrases. (London)

Handwritten letter by Stephen Schilizzi to Cavafy on all sides of two bifolios. Detailed description of the author's trip to Scotland with reference to the places he visited (Glasgow, Scottish Lochs, Edinburgh Castle, Glasgow Cathedral). Comments on the development of the cholera epidemic as well as on the Casamicciola earthquake, on the island of Ischia, Italy. Information about people from their family circle as well as the broader social circle of Alexandria. Reference to The Lady of the Lake by W. Scott. Cancellations.

Announcement of the death of Aristeidis Cavafy. Reference to his family.

Announcement of the death and funeral of Peter Cavafy. Mention of his job title, detailed description of the ceremony.

Announcement of a memorial service for Peter Cavafy, brother of C. P. Cavafy.

Handwritten notes by Rica Singopoulo on the recto of eight sheets. Blank versos, except for the one of the fourth sheet. All sheets are numbered 1 to 8 at top right. Biographical notes, pertaining to the life, habits and social encounters of Cavafy. Also, information about the members of his family (parents and siblings). It appears that the notes were written after the poet's death and the information comes from Singopoulo's own knowledge as well as from the remains of Cavafy's belongings. Certain inaccuracies are observed, such as the poet's date of birth (1865 instead of 1863).

Handwritten notes by Rica Singopoulo on seven sheets and three double sheet notepapers. The notes pertain to Cavafy's life and to the members of his family (mainly his mother and brothers). Some of the information recorded derives from the family correspondence as well as from the remnants of the poet's belongings.

Personal scrapbook of many sheets with attached printed and handwritten invites addressed to Paul and the Cavafy family for various social events, some newspaper publications as well as other relevant souvenirs (menus, lists with balls etc.). On some pages, handwritten notes, either of chronological indications noting the changing of the years or, rarely, clarifying notes about an invitation etc.

Photograph of three boys in costumes. The boy in the middle stands on a piece of furniture and holds a hat in his right hand. This is the later printing of an original photograph not located in the archive. A handwritten note on the verso states that the original picture was by Giuseppe Marzocchini & Figlio of Livorno; it dates the original to 1865 and identifies the figures from the left as follows: Peter (John), Aristeidis and George Cavafy.

Handwritten prose text by Cavafy on 14 sheets and 9 double sheet notepapers. Pages 4-38 are numbered. The upper half of page 30 is typewritten. The text narrates the history of the Cavafy family from the 18th century (1728) and Peter Cavafy to the time and family of the poet, citing all known information on every person, providing more details and placing greater emphasis on the members of his own family as well as on members of other (often related) families linked to it. Cancellations; abbreviations. Interpolated words in Greek. The date indication ("1903") is provided by the author of the text (page 19).

Four printed visiting cards, one of Paul Cavafy and three of his brother, Peter-John Cavafy, in French. The cards of the latter also mention his job title. Two visiting cards reading "The Grand Logothete", one in Greek and one in French. Printed invitation to Charikleia Cavafy from the baroness De Menasce. Printed invitation to one of the Cavafy brothers (possibly George) to a ball of the Khedive of Egypt for the 15 of May 1899. All of the above are enclosed in a handmade folder of paperboard, with the note "Various familial, curious, etc."» on the recto, handwritten by Rica Singopoulo. On the verso, an abbreviated note by Cavafy on English ("bl[ack] + whi[te]").