What was the nature of Barrie's final illness? Mackail, in his biography, hints at cancer, which would not be surprising, given JMB's years of heavy smoking. Incidentally, the Dictionary of National Biography incorrectly gives the place of Barrie's death as his flat where he spent his last years. I have written to them to suggest that they correct this small error. Some years ago, the firm presently occupying the Robert Street building where Barrie's flat is placed kindly allowed me to see where he lived. It has been greatly changed since he was there, alas. In particular the huge fireplace is gone. However, the window with the magnificent view down the Thames remains.