Identity area
Reference code
Beaton/A/A1/65/9
Unique identifier
GB 275 Beaton/A/A1/65/9
Title
Autograph letter signed to Beaton, from Garavan
Date(s)
- 17 Dec. 1977 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
2p paper
Context area
Name of creator
(1904-2007)
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Wishes Beaton happiness for the festive season, even though she feels it is 'a rather morbid moment, somehow'. Wonders when she will be able to see Beaton. Discusses her 'entanglements with Iran' and the difficulties of her book. States 'never, never again will I go near a throne'. Has been recovering in Garavan from the book. Is now working on Loti. Is listening to a lot of operas at the moment. Discusses various singers and actors. Describes her tree rats. Discusses books. Hopes to visit Beaton soon.