The book describes the relationship between the nobility and the peasants, the exploitation of the latter by the former, and the attempts of the peasants to defend their rights. The book "Крестьянские челобитные XVII в Из собраний Государственного Исторического музея" provides a unique insight into the lives of peasants in Russia during the 17th century. It is a collection of documents that highlights the struggles and hardships faced by the common folk during this time period. The book sheds light on the harsh realities of life under the nobility, who exploited the peasants for their own benefit. The peasants were forced to work long hours, often under poor conditions, and were subjected to heavy taxes and levies. They had no recourse but to petition the authorities for redress of their grievances, which are documented in these papers. One of the most striking aspects of the book is the way it portrays the power dynamic between the nobility and the peasants. The nobility held all the power and control, while the peasants had little to no agency in their own lives.

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