This book by the outstanding philologist and culturologist Yuri Mikhailovich Lotman offers a profound study of the daily life, customs, and traditions of the Russian nobility from the 18th to the early 19th century. The author examines various aspects of noble culture—from peculiarities of behavior and etiquette to literary salons and ball culture—revealing the complex world of the Russian aristocracy of that time. The work is based on a meticulous analysis of historical sources and represents not merely a description of daily life, but an interpretation of the cultural codes of the era, helping to understand the worldview and values of the Russian nobility. The book has become a classic work on the history of Russian culture and an important source for understanding the literature and art of the Golden Age.