- Written by
- Baldwin, James, American, 1924 - 1987
- Received by
- Baldwin, David, American
- Date
- 1967
- Medium
- ink on paper (fiber product)
- Dimensions
- H x W: 10 1/2 x 8 1/4 in. (26.7 x 21 cm)
- Description
- A three page, typewritten letter from James Baldwin to his brother, David. In the letter, Baldwin tells his brother that he is not returning to Istanbul, that he has recently gone through a medial operation to remove a cyst, and that he hopes his brother will join him in London.
- Transcription Center Status
- Transcribed by digital volunteers
- Classification
- Documents and Manuscripts
- Type
- letters (correspondence)
- Topic
- Communication
- Literature
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of The Baldwin Family
- Object number
- 2011.99.24
- Restrictions & Rights
- © James Baldwin Estate
- Permission required for use. Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.




