Step into a vivid 19th‑century village of power, art, and romance as a woman travels through imperial Russia. The Tsar's Window follows Dorris and her companions through diaries, letters, and dramatic social scenes that illuminate a world of courtship, intrigue, and distant shores.
Set against bustling cities, snowbound journeys, and grand palaces, this historical novel folds personal longing into a sweeping panorama of life at the Russian court. Readers will meet accompanied characters, navigate high‑stakes conversations, and witness the tension between ambition, affection, and duty.
What you’ll experience
- A rich mix of journal entries and letters that reveal character, mood, and motive
- Lively scenes from salons, balls, and travel across Europe and Russia
- Romantic complications set against the backdrop of imperial ceremony and intrigue
- Vivid descriptions of travel, fashion, and social dynamics in a bygone era
Ideal for readers who enjoy historical fiction with strong storytelling, vivid settings, and a focus on personal relationships within grand social stages.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of journal entries and letters by three American women who traveled to Russia in the late 1870s. The women, sisters Grace and Dorris, and their cousin Judith, provide a unique glimpse into Russian life during a period of political and social change. Dorris's keen observations and witty commentary on Russian customs and society are particularly insightful. The letters from Grace and Judith offer a more personal perspective on their experiences, including their impressions of the Russian royal family and their encounters with famous Russian artists and intellectuals. Together, these writings provide a fascinating and nuanced portrait of a country on the cusp of transformation. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330902394_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330902394
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330902394
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 282 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.59 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1330902394
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Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 282 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25872206/1
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