Memoirs of the Empress Catherine II. by Empress of Russia Catherine II
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"Memoirs of the Empress Catherine II" by Empress of Russia Catherine II is an autobiographical account written in the mid-19th century. This work provides a personal glimpse into the life and thoughts of one of Russia's most influential rulers, detailing her early years and rise to power amidst the complexities of the Russian court. The memoir captures the trials and tribulations faced by Catherine as she navigates a world marked by intrigue
and ambition. The opening of this memoir begins with a prefatory note detailing the manuscript's dramatic history and its eventual publication. Catherine offers reflections on her youth, emphasizing her aspirations for power despite the constraints imposed on her by court life. Notably, she portrays her early relationship with Peter III and the dynamics of the royal court, characterized by political machinations and personal conflicts. As readers dive into the narrative, Catherine's narrative voice quickly establishes her intelligence and ambition, setting the stage for her eventual ascension to the throne, making it clear that her journey is not just one of personal transformation but also of national significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Catherine II, Empress of Russia, 1729-1796 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Herzen, Aleksandr, 1812-1870 |
| Uniform Title | Mémoires de l'impératrice Catherine II. English |
| Title |
Memoirs of the Empress Catherine II. Written by Herself |
| Credits | Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DK: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland |
| Subject | Catherine II, Empress of Russia, 1729-1796 |
| Subject | Empresses -- Russia -- Biography |
| Subject | Russia -- History -- Catherine II, 1762-1796 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 46407 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-46407-7 |
| Release Date | Jul 25, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2027 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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