TL to Mr. M. Girodias from Vladimir Nabokov, September 7, 1957 (1), with enclosed copy of TL to Vladimir Nabokov from Mr. M. Girodias, September 5, 1957 (2)., September 7, 1957, September 5, 1957

(1) Writing from Goldwin Smith Hall, Ithaca NY, in English, VN is sorry that the deal with Doubleday if off since they were the most likely to make the book a brilliant American success, but mentions that he is putting G. in touch with two other publishers, McDowell Obolensky, and Putnam. Wants to know what he is to tell Bodley Head, and expresses unhappiness about the payment of royalties. Pencil note (Véra?): "copy for Mme. Ergaz." (2) Writing from The Olympia Press, Girodias mentions that he has heard from Putnam, but feels that any negotiation with them will be fruitless, as all such negotiations have been and will continue to be until VN modifies his demands. G. confirms that he will take no decision without VN's written consent. Dated earlier than (1) but probably received after (1) written or sent. Pencil note (Véra): "for Mme. Ergaz".