These letters are written by various correspondents, chiefly to Barbara Bodichon and chiefly concerning the foundation and organisation of Girton College. They contain much debate on matters such as teaching (in particular teaching of the natural sciences and the vivisection issue), dress code, appointment of the Mistress and the Mistress's duties, committee membership, finance, the College buildings, and student unrest. Major correspondents include Sedley Taylor, Fanny Metcalfe, E A Manning, Lady Stanley of Alderley and Marianne F Bernard.