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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the life of Peter the Great, the first Russian emperor, from his birth into a tumultuous period of Russian history to his death after establishing Russia as a major European power. The author emphasizes the challenges Peter faced due to his sickly older brother, Ivan, and his struggle for power with his sister, Sophia, ultimately leading to his joint rule with Ivan. The book delves into Peter's early life, shaped by exile and a fascination with Western ideas. It explores his passions for shipbuilding and military strategy, which fueled his drive to modernize Russia. The author highlights Peter's pivotal role in Russia's expansion, particularly his conquests along the Baltic Sea, and his relentless pursuit of knowledge and reform. The book concludes by assessing Peter's legacy, emphasizing his lasting impact on the political, social, and cultural landscape of Russia. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282748913_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282748913
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282748913
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