Blake's name is spelt thus on the letterhead of the Museum of Modern Art where he is Curator of the Department of Architecture and Design.

Blake informs BR that he has heard about BR and Patricia [their separation] through Freya von Moltke and Freda Utley.

He and Patricia have written quite a lot; "My impression was that her psychological state had become a serious threat to Conrad, and I sent a barrage of letters to try and wear her out, and to try and protect Conrad by indirection."

He recalls the decision between himself and BR for Blake to retain Patricia's confidence, so he could occasionally intervene for Conrad, which he has maintained, largely because Patricia thinks Blake hates BR.

"My dear Diddy, I think I have an idea of what it must mean to you to have lost the fight for Conrad. But perhaps, if I can maintain my position with Peter, there are things that I can do indirectly to influence Conrad's life which you might consider necessary. I beg you to destroy this letter to make certain that Peter will not see it."