Alexander I, Emperor of Russia, Or, A Sketch of His Life: And of the Most Important Events of His ReignTreuttel & Wurtz, Treuttel Jun. & Richter, 1826 - Всего страниц: 315 |
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Стр. xi - no one will blame me for carrying away all I can from my dear preceptor.' One day he went to visit Laharpe, as was his custom, alone; the porter was a new servant, and did not know him ; he asked his name, and was answered Alexander. The porter then led him into the servants' hall, told him his master was at his studies, and could not be disturbed for an hour.
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Стр. xii - But what was La Harpe's surprise to see his pupil ! he wished to apologize; but Alexander placing his finger on his lips, said, "My dear tutor, do not mention it; an hour to you is worth a day to me: and besides, I have had a hearty breakfast with your servants, which I should have lost had I been admitted when I came.
Стр. 165 - ... he wore his hair very short, and without powder ; the band played " God save the King." His Majesty bowed repeatedly. At a quarter past three, the Emperor of Russia arrived in state, in the Regent's carriage, escorted by a party of the Bays, and was received with military honours. His Majesty was dressed in an English uniform, and wore the Order of the Garter. He was met at the door of Carlton-house by the Prince Regent, in regimentals of blue and gold. His Royal Highness conducted the Emperor...
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