| Description | The letters in this file concern the content and publication of the Mato Grosso book, which Smith wrote following his participation in the expedition. The letters include evidence of disagreement between Smith and expedition leader, Iain Bishop about the vetting of letters from expedition members. There are also letters in the file that relate to Smith but are not sent to or from him, generally these relate to his selection as author of the book and the subsequent contract with him. |