Contemporary Memoirs Of Russia: From The Year 1727 To 1744 (1856) - Paperback

by Christof Hermann Von Manstein (Author), David Hume (Editor)

Contemporary Memoirs of Russia: From the Year 1727 to 1744 is a historical book written by Christof Hermann Von Manstein and first published in 1856. The book provides a detailed account of the political and social events that took place in Russia during the reign of Empress Anna Ioannovna, from 1727 to 1744. Manstein was a German officer who served in the Russian army during this period and was able to witness firsthand the events that he describes in the book. He provides a unique perspective on the court intrigues, military campaigns, and diplomatic relations of the time. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the reign of Empress Anna, the war with Sweden, the construction of St. Petersburg, and the influence of foreign powers on Russian politics. Manstein also includes personal anecdotes and observations, giving readers a glimpse into the daily life of the Russian court and army.Overall, Contemporary Memoirs of Russia is a valuable historical document that provides insight into a fascinating period of Russian history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Russian politics, military history, or the life of the Russian court during the 18th century.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.