Publisher's Synopsis
""The Romance of Russia from Rurik to Bolshevik"" is a comprehensive historical account of Russia from the early days of the Rurik dynasty to the Bolshevik Revolution. The book, written by Elizabeth W. Champney, explores the political, social, and cultural developments of Russia over the centuries, including the reigns of Ivan the Terrible, Peter the Great, Catherine the Great, and the Romanov dynasty. The author delves into the country's rich artistic and literary traditions, as well as its religious and philosophical underpinnings. Champney also examines the impact of Russia's military campaigns and territorial expansion on its society and politics, and the role of the peasantry and working class in shaping the country's destiny. The book provides a detailed and engaging portrait of Russia's complex history, offering readers a deeper understanding of this fascinating country and its people.1921. Illustrated. Contents: The Quest of the Titan; The Sparrows of Yaroslavna; The Truth Teller; The Golden Horde; The Red Tsar; The Quest of the Circling Seas; The Faun of Oranienbaum; An Emperor's Folly; The Exile; The Red Terror; and Shrines of Ancient Muscovy.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.
