Memories of the Russian Court by Anna Aleksandrovna Vyrubova
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"Memories of the Russian Court" by Anna Aleksandrovna Vyrubova is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the author's intimate experiences with the last Empress of Russia, Alexandra Feodorovna, and her family, set against the backdrop of the Russian Revolution and the turmoil it brought. Vyrubova provides a personal perspective on royal life, offering insights into the personalities, daily activities, and the eventual tragedies that befell the
imperial family. The opening of this memoir portrays Vyrubova's reflections on her close friendship with Empress Alexandra, describing her family background and setting the stage for the court's vibrant but ultimately tragic life before the Revolution. Vyrubova shares vivid memories of her childhood, her first encounter with Alexandra, and the Empress's warm demeanor. She emphasizes the deep sense of duty and care that Alexandra embodied as both a mother and a sovereign, hinting at the personal struggles that would soon emerge amidst the political upheaval of early 20th century Russia. The author’s affectionate tone and rich descriptions invite readers to further explore the complexities of love, loyalty, and sorrow that marked the imperial family's history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Vyrubova, Anna Aleksandrovna, 1884-1964 |
|---|---|
| Title | Memories of the Russian Court |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DK: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland |
| Subject | Soviet Union -- History -- Revolution, 1917-1921 |
| Subject | Russia -- History -- Nicholas II, 1894-1917 |
| Subject | Russia -- Court and courtiers |
| Subject | Romanov, House of |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 59564 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-59564-1 |
| Release Date | May 20, 2019 |
| Last Update | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 657 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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