Letters, 1831-1847, of Thomas Jameson Torrie to John Murray III, with one letter to John Murray II; and letters, 1847-1850 and uncertain date, of Catherine Paton Torrie to John Murray III; included is a letter, 1858, of David Brown on behalf of Catherine Torrie. The letters of Thomas Jameson Torrie include detailed descriptions of his travels and residence in Europe, with news of mutual friends, and some comment on geological interests. Later letters show a continued close friendship, concentrating on family news. The letters are arranged alphabetically by correspondent and by date under both names.

Torrie, Catherine Paton:

1847: folios 1-8;

1850: folios 9-12;

1858: folio 12A;

uncertain date: folios 13-14;

further letters of this correspondent can be located at folios 124-131.

Torrie, Thomas Jameson:

1831-1832: folios 15-24;

1833-1834: folios 25-34;

1835-1836: folios 35-57;

1837-1839: folios 58-70;

1842-1843: folios 71-85;

1844-1845: folios 86-97;

1846-1847: folios 98-121;

includes letter, 1847, of I.B. Burroughs probably to John Murray III: folios 122-123.

Torrie, Catherine Paton (additional material):

1845-1846: folios 124-130;

Uncertain dates: folio 131.