The Life of Catharine II V2: Empress of Russia is a book written by Jean Henri Castera in 1799. It is a biography of Catharine II, also known as Catherine the Great, who was the Empress of Russia from 1762 to 1796. The book provides a detailed account of her life, beginning with her birth in Germany and her marriage to Peter III, who was later overthrown by Catharine in a coup. It covers her reign, during which she expanded the Russian Empire, implemented reforms, and supported the arts and sciences. The book also delves into her personal life, including her relationships with various lovers and her correspondence with Voltaire. Overall, The Life of Catharine II V2: Empress of Russia is a comprehensive and informative account of one of the most significant figures in Russian history.In Three Volumes.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.
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