Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy from Alexandria to a person referred to as Karamanou. Reference to Cavafy's return trip from Athens to Alexandria, his stay there as well as to making her acquaintance. A photocopy of the original, which appears to have been a small-size bifolio with text on all sides. Cancellations and emendations.

Draft letter by Cavafy to Leonard Woolf on the first page of a bifolio and second draft on both sides of a sheet (one of the sides has been crossed out). Cancellations. Cavafy expresses his joy for the publication of his poems and refers to the revision of the English translations of his poems. Envelope with the name and address of Leonard Woolf. (Alexandria)

Handwritten draft letter by C. P. Cavafy to his brother, George in a bifolio, written to the recto of the second sheet. Few emendations. Frequent use of English and French words and expressions. Reference to the matter of the absence of Aristeidis Cavafy abroad, to the need for his return as well as to financial matters.

Handwritten draft letter by C. P. Cavafy to his brother, Aristeidis, on two small-size sheets with notes on all sides. Cancellations, emendations and abbreviations. Use of French words and phrases. Reference to the matter of the absence of Aristeidis Cavafy abroad, to the need for his return as well as to financial matters.

Handwritten draft letter by C. P. Cavafy to his brother, Aristeidis, on all sides of a bifolio. Emendations. Use of English and French words and phrases. Reference to Aristeidis's decision to return to his wife, Maria Vourou, and her family.

Two handwritten texts for a draft letter in two parts, to Aristeidis Cavafy, from the 1889 correspondence series. The first is on the recto of a sheet and the second on the verso, together with additions to the first, which are marked in symbols ("x", "xx", "xxx"). The handwriting of the two texts is different, however the notes with the additions are by C. P. Cavafy. Cancellations, emendations and abbreviations. Use of English and French words and expressions. Reference to the matter of the continuing absence of Aristeidis Cavafy abroad and to its consequences as well as to financial matters.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to an unknown recipient on Chios, on a ruled double sheet notepaper. Reference to the weather conditions on Chios as well as to common acquaintances of the two men. The poet describes in great detail festivities in Alexandria, on the occasion of 600th anniversary of the establishment of the Swiss Confederation, a fact that could date the draft letter to August ("Aug." noted in pencil at top left of the first page and references to that month in the text) 1891. Reference to the summer social life of Alexandria as well as to a visit by a Greek warship (the "Ares") to the city. Cancellations, abbreviations. Interpolated phrases in French. The end of the text is missing.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to an unidentified recipient, on the first, second and fourth last pages of a bifolio. The poet mentions a flower exhibition taking place in Alexandria, the wedding of a member of the Synadinos family, in which Penelope Delta also participated as well as to the unexpected death of a common acquaintance of theirs. Extensive use of abbreviations.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to "Per." (it is most probably Pericles Anastasiadis) in the first and last pages of a double sheet notepaper. The remaining pages are blank. Personal news. Cholera epidemic in Alexandria and the poet's thoughts on the feelings of fear it can cause. Abbreviations.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy on one side of a piece of paper. The recipient, who appears to be in Paris, is addressed as "Peri" (it is most probably Pericles Anastasiadis). Cavafy conveys social news and also mentions the wedding of Antonis Benakis (1898). Abbreviations. Notes on the verso.

Handwritten draft letter to Marika Zalichi in a double sheet notepaper, one sheet and half a sheet. All pages are numbered (1-6) except for the verso of the sheet entirely crossed out (its recto is page 5), and the verso of the half sheet, which is blank (its recto is page 6). Extensive reference to the Greek language question and demoticism. Cancellations and emendations.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Maria (Marigo) Cavafy on a sheet, a double sheet notepaper and a piece of paper. At the top left of the recto of the first sheet, a note that the letter by Marigo was received on 24/2/1902 (the letter is dated 17/2/1902). Family news and frequent references to Marigo's stay in Athens and her impressions from the city. The poet expresses his sentiments of love as well as those of his brothers, and hopes they meet again soon. Extensive use of abbreviations. Cancellations and emendations. Marigo Cavafy departs from Athens to England, after a visit to Egypt.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Harold Edward Monro on all four pages of a bifolio. Cancellations and emendations. He thanks him for the despatch of a journal issue and comments on its contents (mainly works by British poets). He sends his poem "One of Their Gods". On the last page, the address of The Poetry Bookshop. (Alexandria)

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to E. M. Forster regarding the translations of poems of his into English, written on both sides of a sheet and on the verso of a printed broadsheet containing the poem "Chandelier". The second and third pages are numbered. Cancellations and emendations in ink and pencil. The broadsheet was printed in 1918. Cavafy expresses his contentment for the apparent interest in his poetry in England. He also refers to new English translations of poems of his.

Two handwritten copies of a letter by Cavafy to E. M. Forster, one of which is written on both sides of a sheet folded in a bifolio, and the other on both sides of a sheet. Reference to issues regarding the English translations of poems of his and despatch of two new translations by G. Valassopoulo. The poem titles in Greek. Two copies of the translation of the poem "Envoys from Alexandria" by G. Valassopoulo, one written and signed by Cavafy (on the first page of a ruled double sheet notepaper) and the other written by another hand (on a ruled sheet), with authorial notes and emendations. Two copies of the translation of the poem "Those Who Fought on Behalf of the Achaean League" by G. Valassopoulo, one written and signed by Cavafy and the other written by another hand, with notes and corrections by Cavafy. The translations which are not written by the poet are most likely written by Valassopoulo. Cavafy corrects Valassopoulo's translations and incorporates the corrections into written up copies, which he sends to Forster.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to E. M. Forster on both sides of a ruled sheet. Authorial cancellations and emendations. Cavafy asks Forster to send William Plomer a handwritten letter he encloses. The copy of the letter to Plomer is written on one side of a blank sheet. Accompanied by envelope.

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 E. M. Forster on the three first pages of a bifolio, in which he details his impressions from their meeting in Alexandria and expresses his admiration for A Passage to India. Reference to Forster's interview with the Tachydromos of Alexandria. Accompanied by envelope.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to E. M. Forster on both sides of two ruled sheets. Page 3 is numbered. Comments on the latter's writings in a previous letter of his. Cancellations and emendations.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to a recipient named Aziz, on two sheets. Information on the despatch of merchandise and the relevant cost. Cancellations. Abbreviations.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on two pieces of paper, one of which is part of an official printed document. Cancellations. References to Singopoulo's readings and to a painting exhibition which Cavafy intends to visit.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] in a bifolio and in one piece of paper. Cancellations. The discontent of both concerning Singopoulo's stay in Benha is apparent.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] in three pieces of paper and on both sides of a sheet folded in a bifolio. Two of the three pieces of paper have writing only on one of their sides. Printed details of the National Bank of Egypt on their versos. Pages 3 to 5 are numbered at top right. The poet refers to social interactions of his as well as to the professional qualifications of Singopoulo.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a sheet and on the recto of a second sheet. Cancellations. The poet asks for an update regarding Singopoulo's final return to Alexandria and refers to the profits and losses from his absence. Social news.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a sheet. Cancellations. The poet refers to Singopoulo's poor mood and offers to pay for his fare to Alexandria.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on all four pages of a double sheet notepaper and on the recto of a ruled sheet. Cancellations. Advice to Singopoulo regarding his professional affairs. The poet refers to common acquaintances of theirs as well as to theatre performances that the Educational Association is planning on organising.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on two ruled sheets. The verso of the second sheet is blank. The poet hopes Singopoulo will soon return to Alexandria permanently.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Stamos Zervos on two bifolios; the last page of the second one is blank. This is a reply to a card he had received and is addressed to a person referred to as Stamos. Reference to the journals La Vie Nouvelle, Grammata and I Skepsi. Update on life in Alexandria, with reference to the Model School of the (Greek) Educational Association of Egypt and the "I Mana" charity institution (Union of Greek Ladies). Mention of Paris where the recipient of the letter resides. Cancellations, emendations and additions.

Handwritten draft letter by C. P. Cavafy to his brother, Paul, in five parts (three sheets, one bifolio and one small-size sheet) with notes on all sides. The date is noted in the margin of the text of the first page, in pencil. Comments on matters discussed by Paul in a letter of his, dated 14 August 1916; news regarding various individuals related to their family or extended social circle in Alexandria as well as changes to the city. The poet describes the apartment in which he resides and refers to the matter of lighting, explaining why he does not use electricity. He also expresses his satisfaction about the progress of his poetic work, which appears to be of great concern to him. Cancellations and emendations in many parts of the text. All pages but two are numbered (1-10).

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Grigorios Xenopoulos in a bifolio. The last page is blank. This is a reply to a letter he had received on 14 December (1907). References to a recent publication of Xenopoulos, in particular to the short stories "O milimenos enorkos", "I anathrefti", "To marmaradiko". The matter of sales and of the attitude of the public towards Greek books is also mentioned. Cavafy also informs Xenopoulos of his new address on Lepsius street. Cancellations.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to George Valassopoulo on both sides of a sheet. This is a reply to a series of letters Cavafy had received from Valassopoulo in December and January. Reference to the translations of poems made by the latter, as well as to Ε. M. Forster. Cancellations and emendations.