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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Delve into the tumultuous world of 18th-century Russia with G. P. Danilevski's 'The Princess Tarakanova: A Dark Chapter of Russian History.' This historical fiction plunges into the shadowy corners of Russian royalty and political intrigue, centered around the enigmatic figure of Princess Tarakanova. This gripping narrative explores a fascinating and controversial episode in Russian history. Journey back to an era of imperial ambition and clandestine conspiracies as Danilevski masterfully recreates the atmosphere surrounding Tarakanova's life and fate. 'The Princess Tarakanova' offers a compelling glimpse into the past, blending historical detail with engaging storytelling. Readers interested in Russian history, biographical fiction, and the dramatic lives of historical figures will find this a captivating read. A timeless tale of ambition, deception, and the enduring mysteries of the Russian court.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Delve into the tumultuous world of 18th-century Russia with G. P. Danilevski's 'The Princess Tarakanova: A Dark Chapter of Russian History.' This historical fiction plunges into the shadowy corners of Russian royalty and political intrigue, centered around the enigmatic figure of Princess Tarakanova. This gripping narrative explores a fascinating and controversial episode in Russian history. Journey back to an era of imperial ambition and clandestine conspiracies as Danilevski masterfully recreates the atmosphere surrounding Tarakanova's life and fate. 'The Princess Tarakanova' offers a compelling glimpse into the past, blending historical detail with engaging storytelling. Readers interested in Russian history, biographical fiction, and the dramatic lives of historical figures will find this a captivating read. A timeless tale of ambition, deception, and the enduring mysteries of the Russian court.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Hardcover, cloth. Zustand: Good. Illustrated Edition. DANILEVSKI, G. P. (1829-1890); MOUCHANOFF, Ida de, translator. The Princess Tarakanova: A Dark Chapter of Russian History. New York: Macmillan and Co., 1891. First American Edition. Octavo (8vo). xxviii, 252 pp. Publisher's original blue cloth, with gilt imperial device to the front board and gilt lettering to the spine; top edge gilt; blue endpapers. Illustrated with four portraits, including the frontispiece. The first American edition of Danilevski's historical novel concerning Princess Tarakanova, the mysterious eighteenth-century claimant who asserted that she was the daughter of Empress Elizabeth of Russia and therefore an heir to the Russian throne. Translated from the Russian by Ida de Mouchanoff, whose substantial introduction discusses Danilevski, his historical sources, and the disputed identity of the Princess. Contents generally clean and unmarked. Previous owner's 1903 inscription to the front free endpaper. Binding remains sound; rear hinge starting with netting visible. Blue cloth with shelf wear to the extremities, bumped corners, and fraying and short tears at the spine ends; gilt remains attractive. A Good copy of an uncommon early English-language edition. [Attributes: First Edition; Hard Cover; Illustrated.]. …