Tuesday, July 13:
Letter from Hans, informing me of his last wishes! ... I am now spending my hours in almost ceaseless prayer, and searching for opportunities to sacrifice anything that might afford me pleasure. Is there happiness?? ...
Cosima's Diaries
Diary Entry of July 13, 1875
Overview
Hans had written with what seem to be his final wishes, and the letter left her deeply shaken. She turns inward, almost living in prayer and self-denial, wondering whether any real happiness is still possible.