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Confessions of the Czarina

Confessions of the Czarina

Vassili, Count Paul

Hardcover

Entertainment & Performing ArtsFiction AnthologiesRussian History

ISBN10: 1163328472
ISBN13: 9781163328477
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 330
Weight: 1.44
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Confessions of the Czarina is a historical novel written by Vassili, Count Paul. The book is set in Russia during the reign of Tsar Nicholas II and tells the story of the Czarina Alexandra Romanov. The novel is written in the form of a diary, which is said to have been written by the Czarina herself. The book begins with the Czarina's arrival in Russia from Germany and her marriage to Nicholas II. It then goes on to describe her life in the palace, her relationship with her husband, and her struggles to produce an heir. The novel also explores the Czarina's fascination with Rasputin, a controversial holy man who had a significant influence on the royal family.As the story progresses, the Czarina's diary entries become increasingly introspective, revealing her doubts, fears, and regrets. She writes about her children, her faith, and her growing disillusionment with the monarchy. The book culminates with the Russian Revolution of 1917 and the fall of the Romanov dynasty.Confessions of the Czarina is a compelling and intimate portrayal of one of the most fascinating figures in Russian history. It offers a unique perspective on the events that led to the downfall of the Romanov dynasty and the end of an era in Russian history.1918. Illustrated. A fictionalized account of Czarina Alexandra written by Count Paul Vassili, the nom de plume of Princess Catherine Radziwill, whose personal life makes for interesting reading of its own. Her Highness, Princess Catherine Radziwill, her connections with the courts of Russia, Poland and Germany, as well as her modish clothes and dazzling jewelry allowed her entry into the highest levels of society and of whose exploits she was happy to recount under the guise of Count Paul Vassili. She also wrote Berlin and Behind the Veil of the Russian Court where her writing style lives up to her reputation as being a sharp-tongued intrigante.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.

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