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Handwritten letter by Athina Emm. Maximou to Rica Singopoulo on the first three pages of a bifolio. The last page is blank. She thanks her for the information on the poet's health, expresses the view that Cavafy should also seek the opinion of doctors from Europe and sends her wishes for a speedy recovery. The Singopoulos are in Athens accompanying Cavafy. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Paul Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy from Hyères, France, according to the letterhead, on two sheets, to the recto of the second. It is a reply to a letter by the poet, dated 19 November. Paul comments on World War I; mention of problems and delays regarding the remittance of his pension; interest in individuals from their family circle; detailed account of his everyday life. Of note is the frequent use of English and French words and phrases in the flow of written discourse. A small part of the text is written entirely in French. (Hyères)

Handwritten note by Athina Emm. Maximou to Cavafy. The Maximou couple intends to relinquish the management of Eleni Cavafy's (the daughter of the poet's brother, Alexandros) estate to her. [Alexandria]