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Russian Ladies and Social Habits Described in Antiquated Letters
An 18th century article excerpted from a French edition of letters by a German officer portrays Russian women as handsome and fond of luxury, detailing attire, courtship, Easter customs with painted eggs, and lax marital norms. It cites social excess, baths, health issues, and widespread immorality, while noting gaps in authentic Russian history and censorship by the Petersburgh Senate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gaithe
Rua
Transoc Ess
Callen
Dimita
A&t
Petersburgh
Moloch
Germany
America
Paradise
Russia
Siberia
Roffia
Europe
Maller
Academy of Sciences
Senate
Muller
Cefacs
Zaporogians
Voltaire
Peter the Great