About the time of the past. The device of Rus' and folk customs. Khanykov D.D.

The book of the Russian historian of the XIX century. D.D. Khanykova "About the time of the past. The structure of Rus' and folk customs ”is an extremely interesting work that tells the modern reader about the state structure, life, morals and customs of pre -Petrine Rus'. The book with the smallest details describes estates, ranks, positions, military business, court and reprisal in the Russian state; Information about folk medicine, monetary system, weight measures, house -building, clothing and shoes, as well as about the rites of our distant ancestors.

This book is a great gift for those who are interested in the history and culture of Russia.