History Of The Russian Empire Under Peter The Great (1901)

History of the Russian Empire Under Peter the Great is a historical account of the reign of Peter the Great, the Tsar of Russia from 1682 to 1725, written by the French philosopher and writer Voltaire in 1901. The book provides a detailed overview of the political, social, and cultural changes that occurred during Peter's reign, including his efforts to modernize Russia and bring it into the European fold.Voltaire's account covers a wide range of topics, including Peter's military campaigns, his reforms of the Russian Orthodox Church, his establishment of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and his construction of the city of St. Petersburg. The book also delves into Peter's personal life, including his relationships with his family members and his mistresses.Throughout the book, Voltaire provides his own commentary on Peter's reign, offering both praise for his achievements and criticism for his more brutal tactics. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in Russian history or the life of Peter the Great.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.