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The Romanovs

1613-1918

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The acclaimed author of Young Stalin presents an accessible and lively account of the extraordinary rulers of Russia over three centuries, drawing on new archival material. This chronicle highlights the complex emperors and empresses of the Romanov dynasty (1613-1917), examining the dynamics of their courts and the interplay of personality and power. By exploring archives that became available after the USSR's fall, the author reveals the realities behind storied rulers like Catherine the Great and Nicholas II, along with lesser-known figures such as Elizaveta, daughter of Peter the Great, and Alexander II, known for his scandalous affairs. The narrative illuminates the eighteenth-century Age of the Imperial Petticoat and the remarkable political-amorous partnership between Catherine the Great and Prince Potemkin. It also uncovers the decadence and folly often obscured in the romanticized portrayal of Nicholas II, the last Tsar. With a strong scholarly foundation, this work is both informative and entertaining, showcasing the author's storytelling prowess and historical insight.

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The Romanovs, Simon Sebag Montefiore

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Erscheinungsdatum
2016
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Untertitel
1613-1918
Sprache
Englisch
Verlag
Knopf
Erscheinungsdatum
2016
Einband
Hardcover
Seitenzahl
784
ISBN10
0307266524
ISBN13
9780307266521
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Beschreibung
The acclaimed author of Young Stalin presents an accessible and lively account of the extraordinary rulers of Russia over three centuries, drawing on new archival material. This chronicle highlights the complex emperors and empresses of the Romanov dynasty (1613-1917), examining the dynamics of their courts and the interplay of personality and power. By exploring archives that became available after the USSR's fall, the author reveals the realities behind storied rulers like Catherine the Great and Nicholas II, along with lesser-known figures such as Elizaveta, daughter of Peter the Great, and Alexander II, known for his scandalous affairs. The narrative illuminates the eighteenth-century Age of the Imperial Petticoat and the remarkable political-amorous partnership between Catherine the Great and Prince Potemkin. It also uncovers the decadence and folly often obscured in the romanticized portrayal of Nicholas II, the last Tsar. With a strong scholarly foundation, this work is both informative and entertaining, showcasing the author's storytelling prowess and historical insight.