peculiarly loving nature, and I feel quite convinced that she
will do all she can to give me pleasure--and from self-interest,
too--rather a spiteful hit that! [Nannerl was considered a little
selfish by her family.]



54.

Munich, Dec. 30, 1774.

I BEG my compliments to Roxalana, who is to drink tea this
evening with the Sultan, All sorts of pretty speeches to Madlle.
Mizerl; she must not doubt my love. I have her constantly before
my eyes in her fascinating neglige. I have seen many pretty girls
here, but not one whose beauty can be compared with hers. Do not
forget to bring the variations on Ekart's menuet d'exaude, and
also those on Fischer's minuet. I was at the theatre last night.
The play was "Der Mode nach der Haushaltung," which was admirably
acted. My kind regards to all my friends. I trust that you will
not fail to--Farewell! I hope to see you soon in Munich. Frau von
Durst sends you her remembrances. Is it true that Hagenauer is
become a professor of sculpture in Vienna? Kiss mamma's hand for
me, and now I stop for to-day. Wrap yourself up warmly on your
journey, I entreat, or else you may chance to pass the fourteen
days of your visit in the house, stifling beside a stove, unable
once to move. I see the vivid lightning flash, and fear there
soon will be a crash!

Your brother.