The diary of a Russian lady
Reminiscences of Barbara Doukhovskoy (née princesse Galitzine)By Varvara Dukhovskaia
Length23h 31m
About this audiobook
In "The Diary of a Russian Lady," Varvara Dukhovskaia masterfully crafts a poignant narrative that captures the essence of Russian society in the early 20th century. Through the intimate lens of personal reflection, Dukhovskaia presents a diary format rich in emotive language and vivid imagery, offering readers a rare glimpse into the trials and tribulations faced by women of her time. The diary's entries oscillate between moments of profound joy and deep sorrow, echoing the tumultuous historical context of pre-revolutionary Russia, while engaging with themes of identity, femininity, and societal expectation. Varvara Dukhovskaia, a prominent figure in Russian literature, draws upon her own experiences as a woman navigating the complexities of a rapidly changing world. Her background in literature and the arts, coupled with her first-hand observations of the shifting political landscape, infuses her writing with authenticity and depth. Dukhovskaia's unique perspective allows her to present a compelling blend of personal narrative and socio-political commentary, illuminating the struggles and resilience of women in a patriarchal society. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in gender studies, Russian history, or literary exploration of the personal against the political. Dukhovskaia's lyrical prose and insightful reflections encourage a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by women and make "The Diary of a Russian Lady" an essential read for anyone seeking to appreciate the nuanced intersections of identity and culture in a fascinating period.
Audiobook details
GenreBiography and Memoir
Length23 hrs 31 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 2, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Preface
26CHAPTER XXV LUCERNE
2BOOK I CHAPTER I EARLY RECOLLECTIONS
27CHAPTER XXVI INTERLAKEN
3CHAPTER II MY FIRST TRIP ABROAD
28CHAPTER XXVII MONTREUX
4CHAPTER III MY FIRST APPEARANCE IN SOCIETY
29CHAPTER XXVIII GENEVA
5CHAPTER IV MY SECOND TRIP ABROAD
30CHAPTER XXIX MILAN
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6CHAPTER V MY SECOND SEASON IN ST. PETERSBURG
31CHAPTER XXX VILLA D’ESTE
7CHAPTER VI DOLGIK
32CHAPTER XXXI CERNOBBIO
8CHAPTER VII IN ST. PETERSBURG AGAIN
33CHAPTER XXXII VENICE
9CHAPTER VIII THE CRIMEA
34CHAPTER XXXIII FLORENCE
10CHAPTER IX WINTER IN ST. PETERSBURG
35CHAPTER XXXIV ROME
11CHAPTER X THE CAUCASUS
36CHAPTER XXXV NAPLES
12CHAPTER XI MARRIAGE
37CHAPTER XXXVI PEISSENBERG
13CHAPTER XII TIFLIS
38CHAPTER XXXVII ON THE RHINE
14CHAPTER XIII ALEXANDROPOL
39CHAPTER XXXVIII ROTTERDAM
15CHAPTER XIV THE TURCO-RUSSIAN WAR
40CHAPTER XXXIX LONDON
16CHAPTER XV KARS
41CHAPTER XL MOSCOW
17CHAPTER XVI ON MY WAY TO ERZEROUM
42CHAPTER XLI BIARRITZ
18CHAPTER XVII ERZEROUM
43CHAPTER XLII MADRID
19CHAPTER XVIII ST. PETERSBURG
44CHAPTER XLIII SARAGOSSA
20CHAPTER XIX MOSCOW
45CHAPTER XLIV BARCELONA
21CHAPTER XX OUR JOURNEY ABROAD
46CHAPTER XLV SAN REMO
22CHAPTER XXI BOULOGNE-SUR-MER
47CHAPTER XLVI PARIS
23CHAPTER XXII LONDON
48CHAPTER XLVII MOSCOW
24CHAPTER XXIII PARIS
49CHAPTER XLVIII COPENHAGEN
25CHAPTER XXIV ON OUR WAY TO LUCERNE
50CHAPTER XLIX MOSCOW
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