Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Constantine Pavlovich" to "Convention"
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"Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, 'Constantine Pavlovich' to 'Convention'" is a historical reference work created in the early 20th century. This volume is part of a larger collection that provides a comprehensive examination of various subjects, with a particular focus in this section on the historical figures and events surrounding the life of Grand-Duke Constantine Pavlovich of Russia and the city of Constantinople. The opening of this volume delves into the life of
Constantine Pavlovich, detailing his upbringing under the guidance of notable figures like Empress Catherine II and tutor César La Harpe. It describes his early military endeavors, personal life marked by a troubled marriage, and political stance during significant historical events, including the Napoleonic Wars. Additionally, the text shifts to the city of Constantinople, exploring its historical significance, architecture, and evolution from a Roman capital to a center of Islamic culture, detailing remarkable structures and the city's divisions throughout its history. This comprehensive narrative provides a foundational understanding of the complexities surrounding both significant figures and locations in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title |
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Constantine Pavlovich" to "Convention" Volume 7, Slice 2 |
| Credits |
Produced by Marius Masi, Don Kretz, Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 55.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AE: General Works: Encyclopedias |
| Subject | Encyclopedias and dictionaries |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 30935 |
| Release Date | Jan 11, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 864 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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