Wade, Mary Hazelton Blanchard 1860-1936 creator Bridgman, L. J. (Lewis Jesse) 1857-1931 text utu 2014 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Our Little Russian Cousin" by Mary Hazelton Blanchard Wade is a children's book that falls within the realm of juvenile fiction, likely written in the early 20th century. The book offers a charming glimpse into the life of a Russian girl named Petrovna, depicting the customs, culture, and daily activities of children in Russia. It aims to educate young readers about life in another country while also entertaining them with relatable childhood experiences. The story follows Petrovna, a spirited 10-year-old girl living in St. Petersburg, and her brother Ivan as they navigate their vibrant, snow-covered world filled with skating, coasting, and family gatherings. Through vivid descriptions, readers are introduced to the unique features of Russian life, including customs surrounding meals, religious practices, and traditional clothing. The narrative is interwoven with descriptions of Petrovna's family life, her education with a governess, and their interactions with people from different social strata, including the peasantry. The book culminates in a journey to the Great Fair of Nijni-Novgorod, highlighting the diversity and richness of Russian culture while emphasizing family values and a child's perspective on the world around her. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2014-05-31 Produced by Emmy, Beth Baran and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Children -- Russia -- Juvenile literature DK PZ Original publication data not identified 01018463 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45845 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45845 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134043.0 45845