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This series contains published material written, by Brian Houghton Hodgson and others, pertaining to his interest in the Indian subcontinent which were present within his Papers. Many contain annotations in Hodgson's hand.

"Notes on the Agriculture and Rural Economy of the Valley of Nepaul By A. Campbell, Officiating Assistant to the Resident. - Compiled chiefly from Verbal Information, and Personal Observation: access to Authentic Documents not being obtainable. Cathmandu, January 1st 1837". Two copies of softcover offprints from the 4th Volume of the Transactions of the Agricultural and Horticultural Society of India with Hodgson's annotations, 123 pages. There is a printed letter to Hodgson at beginning of book concerning the submission of this information to him. Dated 1 January 1837.

"Hourly Observations during the Last Vernal Equinox at Nepal By Dr. Campbell (From the India Review)". Soft cover on which Hodgson has written "Climate: Hourly observed Equinox", 4 pages, dated 23 June 1837.

"Letter from Dr Campbell, on the Elevation of Peaks in the Himalaya, &c.: To the Secretaries Asiatic Society, Calcutta". Unbound pamphlet concerning the results of the Great Trigonometrical Survey of the Himalaya in 1847. With Hodgson's annotations, 3 pages, dated Darjeeling, 23 November 1848.

"Routes from Darjeeling to Thibet by A. Campbell, M.D. Superintendent of Darjeeling". Unbound pamphlet outlining six different possible routes. Front page bears inscription: "To Brian Hodgson with the affectionate regards of Archie Campbell, Keti Bootan [Fenau] Feby 19th 1849]. Printed by Baptist Mission Press, Calcutta, 1848.

This series contains published material written, by Brian Houghton Hodgson and others, pertaining to his interest in political matters, which were present within his Papers.

The series consists of 35 letters, mostly from Campbell to Hodgson, mainly ordered according to date, following the sequence of a previous listing.

Letter from Archibald Campbell to Brian Houghton Hodgson in which he thanks Hodgson for his and Hooker's letters and the pleasure they gave in his time of trouble. Campbell is concerned about their relationship and how Hodgson views their situation but hopes they will be released and able to meet face to face, and once released the Government will do its duty and Campbell will have little to regret of this time of imprisonment. Handwritten, 2 pieces, 5 sides, dated 14 December, 1849.

Letter from Archibald Campbell to Brian Houghton Hodgson in which he writes that Hodgson's letter sent to Mull had followed him to Denmark House and he had that day read it with Hooker. Campbell doubts Agerton will try another fall with Kew gardens during his present ministry. Campbell had an interesting time with the Highlanders but found that the English language is inadequate as a means of getting at their thoughts and idiosyncrasies. Campbell had a letter from the Duke telling him the name of the new agent who does not speak Gaelic so Campbell had suggested that the Duke would be long in the predicament of an Indian district to which a magistrate or Collector is appointed who could not master Hindustani. Campbell's own Gaelic is not as good as in his youth but finds those who knew him before will not speak to him in English. One old man, though Campbell knew he knew some English would not talk to Campbell in English for fear of not saying his request well. Campbell had to ask one of his sisters to help with his understanding the man. Handwritten, 3 pieces, 10 sides with accompanying envelope bearing Hodgson's annotations. Dated 3 October 1872.

Letter from Archibald Campbell to Brian Houghton Hodgson in which he addresses Hodgson's concerns that the "Venice fever was cropping up again". He suggests that, if it continues to the Spring, Hodgson must give his wife a change. Campbell writes that everyone is reading "Lawrence's Life" and that Campbell takes every opportunity to discredit the Nepal portion. He writes about "Geo Campbell visited Willies station t'other day... My first acquaintance was a pleasant surprise...not however a likeable man". Campbell then suggests that "no doubt my name and other manners are uncommon bad!" but suggests Lawrence is alienating the B.C.S. Handwritten, 1 piece, 4 sides, with accompanying envelope annotated by Hodgson, dated 23 December, 1872.