Always A Grand Duke

By Alexander Mikhailovich and Alexander Grand Duke of Russia

Book Overview

""Always a Grand Duke"" is a memoir written by Grand Duke Alexander of Russia, in which he recounts his life as a member of the Russian imperial family. The book provides a unique perspective on the tumultuous period of Russian history from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, including the reigns of Alexander III, Nicholas II, and the Russian Revolution. Grand Duke Alexander shares his experiences of growing up in a privileged and sheltered environment, his education, his military service, and his travels around the world. He also writes about his family, including his parents, siblings, and cousins, and their relationships with each other. The book offers insights into the grandeur and opulence of the Russian court, as well as the political and social upheavals that ultimately led to the downfall of the Romanov dynasty. Through his personal recollections, Grand Duke Alexander provides a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era and the life of a grand duke in imperial Russia.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163193704
• ISBN13: 9781163193709
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"