Publisher's Synopsis
Peter III, Emperor of Russia: The Story of a Crisis and a Crime is a historical book written by Robert Nisbet Bain in 1902. The book tells the story of the short and turbulent reign of Peter III, who ruled Russia from January to July 1762. Bain provides an in-depth analysis of Peter III's personality, his relationships with his wife Catherine the Great, and his political and military decisions during his reign. The author also discusses the events that led to Peter III's overthrow and assassination, which was widely believed to be orchestrated by his wife Catherine and her supporters. The book is based on primary sources, including official documents, letters, and memoirs, and it provides a fascinating insight into one of the most dramatic periods in Russian history. Overall, Peter III, Emperor of Russia: The Story of a Crisis and a Crime is a must-read for anyone interested in Russian history and the lives of its rulers.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.
