Cosima's Diaries

Diary Entry of June 8, 1877

Overview

The diarist resumed copying Parsifal and teaching the children, keeping busy with work and family routine. There were also reflective excursions, including a visit to a grave and a long walk, while reading and literary exchange gave the day an intellectual tone.

Content

Friday, June 8:

I start copying out Parsifal and resume lessons with the children. Drive to the tomb of Herr von Stein; walk in the Schweizer Valley, three hours on foot.

I read my mother’s Souvenirs. R. reads Rémusat’s Abelard on my recommendation and finds it very enjoyable.