Cosima's Diaries

Diary Entry of November 3, 1869

Overview

Siegfried improves slightly, and Cosima works with the children while tending him. A visit to Countess Bassenheim with Lusch and evening fatigue make the day quiet but weary. Richard finishes and sends off his essay on conducting.

Content

Wednesday, November 3:

Life is a dream in which we are expected to do evil to one another! Siegfried somewhat better; worked with the children and tended him. In the afternoon to Countess Bassenheim’s with Lusch. Very tired in the evening. R. has finished his essay on conducting and sent it off.