Publisher's Synopsis
Peter The Great V2 is a historical biography written by Eugene Schuyler, which details the life of Peter the Great, the Tsar of Russia from 1682 to 1725. This is the second volume of the two-part series, and it covers the later years of Peter's reign, including his military campaigns against Sweden, his reforms in the Russian government and society, and his personal life. The book provides a detailed account of Peter's efforts to modernize Russia, including his establishment of a navy, his introduction of western-style clothing and education, and his attempts to westernize the Russian Orthodox Church. The author also explores Peter's personal life, including his relationships with his wives and mistresses, his love of travel, and his struggles with alcoholism. Schuyler draws on a wide range of primary sources, including Peter's own writings and letters, to provide a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of Russia's most famous rulers. Overall, Peter The Great V2 is a fascinating and informative book that will appeal to anyone interested in Russian history and culture.Volume Two of Two. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417971428.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.
