For the history of the peasant «societies» in Russia: British ideas and experience of the Paraguayan

The article discusses the ideas of the British and the social practices of the Jesuits, adapted by Catherine II to the Russian reality to create a model township peasant society («community») - who turned out in historical perspective, one of the most viable national institutions. Materials borrowed author for the study findings will contribute to a more adequate view of the history of Russian statehood.