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Handwritten letter by John [Rodocanachi] to Cavafy on all sides of a bifolio and of one loose sheet. The author expresses his discontent for his financial hardship, to which he attributes the delayed despatch of correspondence. He describes his new romance with Miss F. and the charity theatrical performance in which they will be participating together. He also refers to the tradition of Christmas pantomime. (Liverpool)

Handwritten letter by John [Rodocanachi] to Cavafy on all sides of a bifolio. It is a reply to a letter by the poet. Extensive commentary on Cavafy's remarks on the identity of the woman with whom the author is romantically involved. Detailed reference to the clothing trends of the time, complemented by two small sketches. Commentary on the author's professional engagement with the business of Michael Ralli (Mike Ralli). Cancellations, emendations and additions; use of French phrases in the flow of written discourse. (Liverpool)