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Behind the Veil at the Russian Court (1914)
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Behind the Veil at the Russian Court (1914)

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Behind The Veil At The Russian Court is a historical non-fiction book written by Catherine Radziwill and published in 1914. The book provides a detailed account of the author's experiences and observations during her time as a member of the Russian court. Radziwill was a Polish princess who married into the Russian aristocracy and became a close confidante of the Romanov family.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of life at the Russian court. Radziwill provides insights into the daily routines of the Romanovs, their relationships with each other, and their interactions with other members of the aristocracy. She also discusses the political climate of Russia at the time, including the growing unrest among the working classes and the rise of revolutionary movements.Throughout the book, Radziwill offers a unique perspective on life at the Russian court, providing readers with a glimpse into the opulence and extravagance of the aristocracy, as well as the political and social tensions that were brewing beneath the surface. Her writing is engaging and vivid, bringing to life the people and events she describes.Overall, Behind The Veil At The Russian Court is an important historical document that offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Russian history, the Romanovs, or the lives of the aristocracy during the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing
Country
United States
Date
1 June 2008
Pages
432
ISBN
9781436786904

Behind The Veil At The Russian Court is a historical non-fiction book written by Catherine Radziwill and published in 1914. The book provides a detailed account of the author's experiences and observations during her time as a member of the Russian court. Radziwill was a Polish princess who married into the Russian aristocracy and became a close confidante of the Romanov family.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of life at the Russian court. Radziwill provides insights into the daily routines of the Romanovs, their relationships with each other, and their interactions with other members of the aristocracy. She also discusses the political climate of Russia at the time, including the growing unrest among the working classes and the rise of revolutionary movements.Throughout the book, Radziwill offers a unique perspective on life at the Russian court, providing readers with a glimpse into the opulence and extravagance of the aristocracy, as well as the political and social tensions that were brewing beneath the surface. Her writing is engaging and vivid, bringing to life the people and events she describes.Overall, Behind The Veil At The Russian Court is an important historical document that offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Russian history, the Romanovs, or the lives of the aristocracy during the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing
Country
United States
Date
1 June 2008
Pages
432
ISBN
9781436786904