| Author |
Dukhovskaia, Varvara, 1854-1931 |
| LoC No. |
17024725
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| Title |
The diary of a Russian lady : reminiscences of Barbara Doukhovskoy (née princesse Galitzine)
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: John Long, Limited, 1917.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"The Diary of a Russian Lady" by Barbara Doukhovskoy is a collection of personal reminiscences written in the early 20th century. This engaging work captures the life of a Russian aristocratic woman, offering readers a glimpse into her experiences amid a variety of cultural contexts, travels, and social events across Europe and Russia. The narrative is infused with observations about family, society, and romance, reflecting the vibrancy and complexities of her life. The opening of the diary introduces Barbara's early memories, beginning with her childhood and upbringing in an aristocratic family. She shares her emotional struggles, playful experiences, and notable characters from her youth, including teachers and family members. Barbara's narrative captures her vivid impressions of life in Kharkoff, her delightful childhood escapades, and the relationships that shape her early years. Her observations blend humor and youthful earnestness, setting the stage for a narrative filled with charm and personal insights into the historical context of her life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DK: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland
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| Subject |
Voyages and travels
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| Subject |
Russia -- Social life and customs
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
73953 |
| Release Date |
Jun 30, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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