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Hodgson used much of his time in both Nepal and Darjeeling in research, wanting to discover and understand about the architecture, languages, ethnography, religion, zoology and botany. He collected specimens and manuscripts, and had many drawings made, which he donated to many collections throughout Europe. He was also politically involved during his Residency in Nepal, and also later in England, when he continued to show an active interest in the Indian subcontinent, particularly regarding trade and vernacular education. These Personal Papers reflect these interests and are a record of much of his activity - Hodgson and his wives seemed to have a need to record all his successes. He was also a keen annotator of material, so that most of the printed material also bears his handwritten comments.

Letter from Jules Mohl to Brian Houghton Hodgson concerning acknowledgement of Hodgson's letter sent from Darjeeling containing the wording for the dedication of Burnouf's book to Hodgson, sent earlier by Burnouf; publication of Burnouf's book on Buddhist literature; request for instructions on how to send to Hodgson a gift copy of Burnouf's book and a copy of Hodgson's own writings on Buddhism which had been borrowed by Burnouf; promise to send them with Richardson; Bunsen's willingness to see Hodgson; hope that they might meet in Paris if he planned to travel back to India via France. Handwritten, 3 sides. Dated 20 September 1853.

Letter from Eugène Jacquet to Brian Houghton Hodgson in which he thanks Hodgson for the texts received that he and Eugène Burnouf are studying. Hodgson has been nominated as an Honorary Member of the Société Asiatique. He thanks him for providing texts and ask if Hodgson would look to find some of the texts he specifies. Handwritten in French, 3 sides, dated 9 November 1834

Letter from Eugène Jacquet to Brian Houghton Hodgson in which he bemoans the length of time it takes for correspondence to pass between them. He mentions Eugene Burnouf and Mr [Thoby] Princep and the King of Nepal (see BHH/1/22) and discusses Manuscripts. Handwritten in French, dated 15 November 1837.

Letter from Eugène Burnouf to Brian Houghton Hodgson regarding Nathaniel Wallich bringing Hodgson's appeal concerning the repeal of his Honour and the mistake that has been made. Handwritten in French, dated 9 October, 1841.

Letter from Eugène Burnouf (1801-1852),Société Asiatique, Paris, France, to Brian Houghton Hodgson to thank Hodgson for his offer to purchase Sanskrit and Buddhist texts for the Society. He discusses various points concerning Buddhist literature. Handwritten in French with printed letterhead, 3 sides, dated 7 July 1834. On 4th side, with address, Hodgson has noted "Original letters to be read and returned to me."

Letter from Eugène Burnouf to Brian Houghton Hodgson concerning Sanskrit manuscripts including Burnouf's gratitude for the gift of Prajnāpāramitā and 24 volumes of Manuscripts for the Société Asiatique. Handwritten in French, 3 sides, dated 5 June 1837.

Letter from Eugène Burnouf to Brian Houghton Hodgson to thank Hodgson for putting manuscripts at Burnouf's service. The letter includes discussion on scriptures like Trikāndaśesa, Saddharmapundarika etc., historical manuscripts relating to Nepal. Handwritten in French, 4 sides, with accompanying envelope, dated 4 July 1845.

Letter from Eugène Burnouf to Brian Houghton Hodgson to discuss Buddhist manuscripts that Burnouf is studying. Handwritten in French, 3 sides, dated 29 [November] 1839.

Letter from Eugène Burnouf to Brian Houghton Hodgson regarding the mistake concerning the conferring of the order and that Nathaniel Wallich has brought Hodgson's appeal. Burnouf thinks a lot about the Manuscripts that Hodgson has given. Handwritten in French, 3 sides, dated 28 October, 1841.