Scope and Contents From the Collection: The bulk of this collection consists of letters written to Stevens by family and friends. In particular, it highlights correspondence with his mother and siblings; his adopted son, Benjamin Chevallier; and European friends he made on his trips abroad, including the de Zubiaurre, Hanau, and Colas families. It also includes a few letters that Stevens wrote himself.Also present is a collection of postcards, Stevens’ conversation notes, and some personal items, news clippings, and...