Cosima's Diaries

Diary Entry of August 29, 1877

Overview

Richard’s working day was the highlight for her, and she took pleasure simply in knowing he was absorbed in his task. Alongside lessons, household duties, and trouble with Lulu, the evening brought more Herodotus and a story of William Tell for Fidi.

Content

Wednesday, August 29:

R. is working! For me this word is the source of all pleasure.

Lessons, household, and trouble with Lulu. Nice letter from Countess Voss.

In the evening continued Herodotus; in the Persians intoxication and sobriety in equal measure, we enjoy that. R. tells Fidi the story of W. Tell.