Secret notes about Russia at the end of the 18th century. Masson Sh.

In front of you is the first complete edition of all three volumes of unique notes of the French poet and memoirist Charles Masson, who was in Russia in the reign of Catherine II and Paul I. The new translation with comments was made by A. N. Pashchansky, a specialist in the history of Russia of the 18th century. The notes contain bright portraits of various figures of the era, foreign policy and events of the inner life of Russia, sketches about the morals and habits of Russians.

The book is of interest to both specialists and a wide range of readers.