History Of Russia And Of Peter The Great (1829)

By Philip De Segur and Philippe-Paul de Ségur

Book Overview

""History of Russia and of Peter the Great"" is a book written by Philip de Segur and published in 1829. It is a detailed account of the history of Russia, with a focus on the reign of Peter the Great. The book covers the period from the early days of the Russian state to the end of the 18th century, including the reigns of Ivan the Terrible, Peter the Great, Catherine the Great, and others. The author draws on a wide range of sources to provide a comprehensive overview of Russian history, including official documents, letters, and memoirs. He also provides insight into the political, social, and cultural changes that occurred during this period. The book is divided into three parts. The first part covers the early history of Russia, including the reigns of Ivan the Terrible and the Romanov dynasty. The second part focuses on the reign of Peter the Great, including his military campaigns, reforms, and cultural achievements. The final part covers the period from the death of Peter the Great to the end of the 18th century, including the reigns of Catherine the Great and Paul I. Overall, ""History of Russia and of Peter the Great"" provides a detailed and engaging account of one of the most important periods in Russian history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Russian history, culture, and politics.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: 1436873738
• ISBN13: 9781436873734
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 488 Pages
• Weight: 1.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"