02288cam a22003373u 4500 73953 UtSlPG 20260610134718.0 m cr n 260607r20241917utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 17024725 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DK Dukhovskaia, Varvara, 1854-1931 The diary of a Russian lady Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-06-30 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) "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.) Originally published: United Kingdom: John Long, Limited, 1917 Voyages and travels Russia -- Social life and customs https://archive.org/details/diaryofrussianla00dukh https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73953 114678 114678