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Handwritten list for the distribution of the 1907-15 Collection consisting of four cut sheets initially folded in folios with notes on both sides. The names of individuals are recorded in chronological order (1926-1930); 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 April 1926. The total of issues distributed is recorded at the end of each page and it is then carried forward to the top of the next one.

Handwritten draft letter (possibly fragmentary) by Cavafy to a recipient named Christopher (probably Scaife) on both sides of a sheet of paper. Reference to a possible visit of the recipient to Alexandria as well as to a lecture he will be giving on Shakespeare's Hamlet. Cavafy also refers to translations of his poems into English by the recipient of the letter and informs him that he is returning to him the –in his opinion successful– translation of the poem "The Mirror in the Entrance". Cancellations and emendations.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to E. M. Forster on three ruled pieces of paper. References to Christopher Scaife, Robin Furness and Nikos Kazantzakis. Authorial cancellations and emendations.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Rica [Singopoulo] on both sides of a ruled sheet. Pages 2-4 are numbered. The poet asks Rica Singopoulo to communicate on his behalf with authors in Athens. He conveys social news from Alexandria. Cancellations.

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of half a ruled sheet. The Singopoulos are travelling by steamboat to Athens. The poem conveys social news from Alexandria.

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Rica [Singopoulo] on the first three pages of a bifolio. The last page is blank. The poet asks Rica Singopoulo to communicate on his behalf with authors in Athens. He conveys social news from Alexandria.

Handwritten letter by E. M. Forster to Cavafy on both sides of a sheet, with reference to Christopher Scaife and Bonamy Dobrée. (West Hackhurst, Abinger Hammer, Dorking). Accompanied by envelope.

Handwritten text in English on four sheets, with notes until the recto of the second sheet. Translation of the poem "Myres: Alexandria in 340 A.D.". Cancellations and emendations, most likely by Cavafy himself, as well as other notes in the margin. On the third page, there is a handwritten explanatory note regarding the poet's contribution to the translation on the third page. Page numbers are indicated (2-3).

Handwritten lists of garments and personal items, written on two pieces of paper which originally formed a single ruled sheet. Abbreviations, cancellations.