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In this comprehensive biography, noted historian Robert K. Massie turns his attention to one of the most storied figures in history, Empress Catherine, who deposed her own hus...Read more
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Catherine the Great by Robert K. Massie (2011, Hardcover)

Author: Robert K. Massie | Publisher: Random House, Inc. | Language: English

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In this comprehensive biography, noted historian Robert K. Massie turns his attention to one of the most storied figures in history, Empress Catherine, who deposed her own husband to rule over Russia for more than three decades. An expert horsewoman and military leader, devotee of the Enlightenment philosophers, and romantic partner of Gregory Potemkin (among several other paramours), Catherine provides more than ample fodder for her biographer. Massie is known for his biographies of major Russian figures, many of which have become bestsellers--including NICHOLAS AND ALEXANDRA.

‘Catherine the Great’ is the biography of a young German princess who turned into one of the most powerful woman in history. Catherine, of this Robert K. Massie book, travels to Russia at the age of fourteen and becomes the Empress of Russia. As described in this Robert K. Massie book, Catherine, inspired by the works of great philosophers, rules the backward Russian empire using the principles of these philosophers as guides. ‘Catherine the Great’ covers her 34- year rule over Russia, during which time she persevered to improve the welfare of her people. This Russian queen biography uses a narrative style and pays attention to every intrinsic detail, along with historical accuracy. ‘Catherine the Great’ also delves into the personal life of the Queen ? her scheming mother, her loveless marriage, her unhappy son, and her multitude of lovers. This Russian queen biography superbly expresses human drama in an extraordinary life.

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Author:Robert K. Massie
Language:English
Publisher:Random House, Inc.
Format:Hardcover
ISBN-10:0679456724
ISBN-13:9780679456728

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Length:625 pages
Thickness:1.5 in
Weight:37.4 oz

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"Massie immerses the reader in Russian history and culture. The author . . . is clearly enraptured by his extraordinary heroine and by the end, so is the reader. Even bone-deep anti-monarchists will find themselves cheering on this absolute despot. What a woman, what a world, what a biography."
(11/12/2011)

"Massie delivers a fascinating account of dog-eat-dog politics in 18th-century Europe and the larger-than-life Russian empress who gave as good as she got."
(10/01/2011)

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Easy read and I could not put it down. So interesting are the intigues of court and a monarchy. The writer doesn't overwhem you with facts but weaves them into a very flowing narrative. A must read.
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