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Typescript collection of Beaton's pen portraits. All items are written by Beaton unless stated otherwise.

Thanks Beaton for his kind sympathy. Includes autograph note saying that she was touched by his letter.

Is delighted to hear that Beaton is going down to Denham on Friday. Would like him to take pictures for them as well as Mr Pascal. Lesley Blanch could provide the article and background designs and Beaton could provide the costume designs and a few more photographs. Discusses photographs of shawls that Beaton could take.

It was a treat to see Beaton walk into the room. She could have had no nicer going away present. Knows that he will be happier at Broadchalke than anywhere else. She will call him there from New York.

Should have rung Beaton up. Is sure he has been receiving congratulations all day.

Writing from country house. Has fallen in love 'at the age of 70' with Beaton's father. Discusses Beaton's father and his merits. Is fascinated by Beaton's book ("The Wandering Years, 1922-1939"?) and the memories it brings back. Read Cyril Connolly's description of Beaton's book and was fascinated to think of Connolly in a 'mop cap and curls'. Discusses the merits of Beaton's book and his description of the problems of late adolescence. Describes memory of seeing Beaton with his mother.

Thanks Beaton for his letter. Ashton's mother was selfless in her devotion. Feels like 'the end of youth'. Expresses gratitude to Beaton.

Commiserates with the difficulty that Beaton is having with hairdressers on M.F.L. (My Fair Lady?). Is longing to see the results. Hopes it makes Beaton a millionaire. Had a lovely time in Amalfi. John has never been so relaxed and social. Parents and Stella were also there. Relates stories about happenings in Amalfi. England has been like a 'wet sponge'. Discusses Hatley. Is going to London tomorrow and hopes to see David S. Does not find the new French fashions very exciting. Describes shopping trip to Cambridge. Gives news about various mutual acquaintances.

Thanks Beaton for sending photographs of him to Elspeth. Elspeth has been alone for almost two years and 'needs a treat'. Tells Beaton not to reply and not to read this 'rot' aloud with his 'imitation of Lady Anderson's whine to an appreciative audience'. Reminisces about Beaton's letter-reading in Diana's bedroom and the laughter it provoked. Feels that he has not laughed since. Describes his dull working environment. Claims that there is 'not a spark from anyone'.

Expresses sorrow for the slow reply. Hopes to be in Paris for Beaton's arrival. Has to stay in Zurich for one or two weeks. Asks Beaton to phone on Sunday morning.