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"Enthralling . . . as fascinating as any novel and more so than most."--The New York Times Book Review
"Urgently readable . . . the work of a master of narrative history."--Newsweek "Written in a style that combines vigor, clarity, and sensitivity . . . should be the envy of historians and novelists alike."--Chicago Sun-Times "Fascinating . . . an absorbing book."--The Plain Dealer "Exceptional."--The New YorkerFrom the Modern Library&;s new set of beautifully repackaged hardcover classics by Robert K. Massie&;also available are Nicholas and Alexandra and The Romanovs
Against the monumental canvas of seventeenth- and eighteenth-century Europe and Russia unfolds the magnificent story of Peter the Great, crowned co-tsar at the age of ten. The acclaimed author of Catherine the Great, Robert K. Massie delves deep into the life of this captivating historical figure, chronicling the pivotal events that shaped a boy into a legend&;including his &;incognito&; travels in Europe, his unquenchable curiosity about Western ways, his obsession with the sea and establishment of the stupendous Russian navy, his creation of an unbeatable army, his transformation of Russia, and his relationships with those he loved most: Catherine, the robust yet gentle peasant, his loving mistress, wife, and successor; and Menshikov, the charming, bold, unscrupulous prince who rose to wealth and power through Peter&;s friendship. Impetuous and stubborn, generous and cruel, tender and unforgiving, a man of enormous energy and complexity, Peter the Great is brought fully to life.
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Peter the Great
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize
&;Enthralling . . . as fascinating as any novel and more so than most.&;&;The New York Times Book Review
Nicholas and Alexandra
&;A magnificent and intimate picture . . . Not only the main characters but a whole era become alive and comprehensible.&;&;Harper&;s
The Romanovs
&;Riveting . . . unfolds like a detective story.&;&;Los Angeles Times Book Review
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Zustand: Muy bueno. : PULITZER PRIZE WINNER ? An "urgently readable" (Newsweek) biography of the captivating tsar who changed Russian history?from the New York Times bestselling author of Nicholas and Alexandra, The Romanovs, and Catherine the Great "Enthralling . . . as fascinating as any novel and more so than most."?The New York Times Book Review Against the monumental canvas of seventeenth- and eighteenth-century Europe and Russia unfolds the magnificent story of Peter the Great, crowned co-tsar at the age of ten. Robert K. Massie delves deep into his life, chronicling the pivotal events that shaped a boy into a legend?including his "incognito" travels in Europe, his unquenchable curiosity about Western ways, his obsession with the sea and establishment of the stupendous Russian navy, his creation of an unbeatable army, his transformation of Russia, and his relationships with those he loved most: Catherine, the robust yet gentle peasant, his loving mistress, wife, and successor; and Menshikov, the charming, bold, unscrupulous prince who rose to wealth and power through Peter's friendship. Impetuous and stubborn, generous and cruel, tender and unforgiving, a man of enormous energy and complexity, Peter the Great is brought fully to life. EAN: 9780345298065 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Estructuras y procesos políticos|Biografías y autobiografías (Libros)|Historia (Libros) Título: Peter The Great: His Life And World Autor: Massie, Robert K. Editorial: Random House Trade Paperbacks Idioma: EN Páginas: 928 Peso: 930. Artikel-Nr. Happ-2023-02-15-aa7d1805
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