Mémoires de l'Impératrice Catherine II. by Empress of Russia Catherine II
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| Author | Catherine II, Empress of Russia, 1729-1796 |
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| Title |
Mémoires de l'Impératrice Catherine II. Écrits par elle-même |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Mémoires de l'Impératrice Catherine II" by the Empress of Russia Catherine II is a historical account written during the mid-19th century. This work offers a first-hand look into the life and thoughts of Catherine II, focusing on her early years, her upbringing, and the political intrigues of the Russian court. Through her personal narrative, readers can expect to gain insight into the complexities of her character and the historical context of her reign. The opening of the memoir presents a detailed preface that contextualizes Catherine II's life story and the journey of her memoir from obscurity to publication, underscored by the political turmoil and intrigue surrounding her rise to power. We learn about Catherine's early years, her transition from a German princess to the Grand Duchess of Russia, her challenges with the court, her tumultuous marriage to the inept Peter III, and her keen observations on the political machinations within the royal family. The narrative reflects on her aspirations, struggles with identity, and the often oppressive environment of the Russian court, setting the stage for her eventual ascension as one of Russia's most influential leaders. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| 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. | 44749 |
| Release Date | Jan 24, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 92 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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