View Of The Russian Empire V2 - William Tooke - Bog

""View of the Russian Empire V2: During the Reign of Catharine the Second and to the Close of the Present Century"" is a historical book written by William Tooke in 1799. The book provides a detailed account of the Russian Empire during the reign of Catherine the Great, who ruled from 1762 to 1796, and covers events up until the end of the 18th century. Tooke's work offers a comprehensive overview of the political, social, and cultural landscape of Russia during this period, including discussions of the country's geography, economy, and military. The book also explores the role of Catherine the Great in shaping the empire, including her efforts to modernize Russia and expand its territory. Throughout the text, Tooke draws on a range of sources, including official documents, letters, and contemporary accounts, to provide a detailed and nuanced portrait of the Russian Empire. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of Russia and its place in the wider world during the late 18th century.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.