Isbn: 9781331354857 - real russians (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a glimpse into imperial Russia through the personal experiences of Sonia Howe, who travelled throughout the vast country during World War I. Howe's mission was to plead for a political amnesty, an endeavor that provided her with unique access to government ministers, exiled prisoners, and the suffering masses of a nation engaged in a desperate conflict. This book provides not only an eyewitness account of the events of the time but also a series of insightful portraits of people whose lives were being shaped by the turmoil of war and revolution. Howe's detailed observations reveal the strengths and weaknesses of Russian society and provide a thought-provoking study of a country in a state of profound transition. Through Howe's candid and evocative prose, this book offers a fresh perspective on a period of great historical significance, shedding light on the forces that would reshape both Russia and the world. 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.…