The José Lezama Lima Papers consist of letters written by José Lezama Lima to his sister Eloísa from 1961 to 1976. There are several letters addressed to his sister Rosa as well as to both sisters. Included with this correspondence are photocopies of photographs of Lezama Lima, a poem, and a memorial card with a note from Eloísa Lezama Lima to Gastón Baquero. This collection also contains an annotated copy of Lezama Lima's book, Paradiso.
A poem by Lezama Lima, "Un par de zapatos," which includes an outline drawing of his foot, is included in this series. Series III also contains a memorial card with a note from Eloísa Lezama Lima to Gastón Baquero and an annotated copy of Paradiso.
In this series are color photocopies of photographs of José Lezama Lima from the 1930s to the 1970s. Eloísa Lezama Lima and María Luisa Bautista, José Lezama Lima's wife, are also pictured.
