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Handwritten letter by Mike Ralli to Cavafy on the recto of three sheets. It is a reply to a letter dated 25 January. Information about the current spectacles in the city ("Babolin"); mores and views regarding the matter in question are also put forward. Commentary on people related to the social circle of Alexandria. Reference to books the author acquired ([Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Bart], [The Calamities and Quarrels of Authors], etc.) distinguishing between "cheap" (Chandos Classics) and "good" editions. Sheet numbers are indicated (1-3). (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Mike Ralli to Cavafy on three sheets, with notes on the rectos. Comments on the matter of negotiations between England and Russia and its effects on the financial life of Alexandria. Reference to people related to the social circle of Alexandria as well as to seasonal habits (hunting). He expresses views on the Contemporary Review as well as on a publication entitled Electoral Future. The sheet number is marked (2). Fragment of a short text on the verso of the second sheet. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Stephen Schilizzi to Cavafy on three pages of a bifolio. It is a reply to a letter by the poet. Commentary various issues raised by Cavafy as well as on people and events from the broader social circle of Alexandria. Reference to the arrival of the Greek warship "Navarchos Miaoulis". Cancellations. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Stephen Schilizzi to Cavafy on all sides of two bifolios, apart from the last page. It is a reply to a letter by the poet. Extensive commentary on people from their friendly circle as well as from the broader social and political circle of Alexandria and Egypt. Reference to the works of the Indemnity Commission and other current matters, such as the relocation of the seat of the Stock Exchange and the impression caused by the implementation of "electricity" in a public space as well as to entertainment habits, which reflect the mores of the time. Reference, among other things, to the British publications The Peterborough Advertiser; The Norfolk Chronicle [and Norwich Gazette]; [Louth and North] Lincolnshire Advertiser. Cancellations, emendations an additions; use of words and phrases in Greek, French and Latin. (Alexandria)