by Sophie Buxhoeveden. 1929. 360p

The text describes the decline of discipline among the guards at the palace, highlighting their nonchalant attitude towards military duties, which irritated the Emperor. Soldiers, once orderly, became slovenly and undisciplined, often seen lounging in armchairs or shooting at animals in the park, reflecting a broader societal dissolution. The narrative also touches on the family's imprisonment in Siberia, their feelings of humiliation, and the harsh conditions they faced, illustrating the tragic fate of the royal family amidst the revolutionary turmoil.