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Describes his feelings on hearing news that Garbo has seen many of his friends during her time abroad. Informs Garbo that he will not attend the party that Ivor Novello is giving in her honour. Invites her to have dinner with him. Details his activities at Reddish.

Mentions that he has had news of Garbo from David. Updates her on the progress at Reddish house. Complains of London, his mother and his secretary. Refers to a book that he is trying to finish before travelling to America. Writes that he is designing for a Lawrence Olivier production of 'School for Scandal'.

Considers whether or not Garbo could leave behind her film career and make a new life in Europe. Complains about London, comparing it to the countryside. Details the improvements being made at Reddish house. Fears that he will not see Garbo whilst 'the old Russian sturgeon is impressario' (referring to George Schlee).

Expresses his disappointment that Garbo did not visit him in London. Blames the 'Russian sturgeon' (George Schlee).

Addresses to 'Mrs Beaton' in room 249.51. Reads 'Mr Thompson phoned'.

Imagines Garbo on her travels by train. Misses Garbo. Details his activities in New York since Garbo's departure. Praises Gerard Philipe's performance in the film, 'Diable au corps' or 'Devil in the flesh'. Worries about 'Russia's agression' in world politics. Discusses the possibility that Garbo will star in an Alexander Korda production. Criticises Alexander Korda for believing that Kieron Moore could play 'a sympathetic lover' opposite Garbo.

Writes that he is impatient to return to England as so much in New York reminds him of Garbo, even 'John Gunther and his brand new wife'. Thanks Garbo for allowing him to visit her in California. Describes his train journey back to New York. Details his activities since returning to New York. Refers to Miss Cleghorn. Reports George Cukor has brought word from England that Alexander Korda is keen to produce any film that Garbo and George would like to do. Advises Garbo to rest and not to 'allow any black and white troubles' to upset her. Postscript: Invites Garbo to sail to England with him.

Details his recent activities at Reddish House, including reading books on Gainsborough and supervising decorators. Plans a short trip to London.

Describes his journey back to England from New York, including an anecdote about fellow passenger, Henry George Alfred Marius Victor Francis Herbert (1898-1987), sixth earl of Carnarvon. Praises the improvements to Reddish House. Refers to the proofs of his book. Mentions Katherine Ann Porter. Asks questions about Garbo's house.

Describes the excitement of unpacking the food crates that he brought back from America. Sends news of Juliet Duff, Michael Duff, David who is still in Morocco. Resumes after a three-four day break. Details his activities during three days in London, including attending performances of 'Dandy Dick', 'The relapse, or virtue in danger' and 'The happiest days of your life'. Observes the optimistic atmosphere in London in contrast to New York. Sends a list of questions for Garbo to answer.