In the Courts of Memory, 1858 1875; from Contemporary Letters

This book of letters was written by an American woman, a diplomat's wife, gifted concert singer, and international socialite, who spent several years in the court of the last Napoleon. Her letters give a vivid picture of the court of the Napoleon III, among other experiences recorded. Lillie de Hegermann-Lindencrone's letters form a fascinating glimpse at the high society, the men and women of greatest talent, power, wealth and influence of her day. There are politicians and statesmen, bankers, businessmen etc. but also all the most important figures in the world of music of the second half of the 19th century. This includes such great figures as Wagner, Liszt, Auber, Gounod, and Rossini. Many of her letters give us intimate glimpses into the lives of these people.