Rasputin and the Romanovs: A Controversial Connection

This chapter examines the complex relationship between Grigory Rasputin and the Romanov family, focusing on Rasputin's role as both a healer and a mystic in the context of Russian nobility. It highlights the dynamics of class interaction, emphasizing the performative aspects of upper-class engagement with the peasantry and the fears underlying these relationships. Through anecdotes and humorous commentary, the discussion reveals how Rasputin's influence over the royal family underscores their hidden struggles and the consequences of their dependence on him.