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The Life Of Catherine The Great Of Russia (1914)

The Life Of Catherine The Great Of Russia (1914)

Edward Arthur Brayley Hodgetts

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2010
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120897220
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''The Life of Catherine the Great of Russia'' is a biography written by Edward Arthur Brayley Hodgetts in 1914, which explores the life and reign of Catherine II, one of the most powerful and influential women in European history. The book covers Catherine’s early years as a German princess, her marriage to Peter III of Russia, and her ascent to the throne after his assassination. It also delves into her political and military achievements, including her expansion of the Russian Empire and her successful campaigns against the Ottoman Empire. Additionally, the book examines Catherine’s personal life, including her relationships with her lovers and her family, as well as her patronage of the arts and her efforts to modernize Russia. Through extensive research and analysis, Hodgetts provides a detailed and engaging portrait of Catherine the Great, shedding light on her complex personality and the impact she had on Russian and European history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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