Love and Conquest by Douglas Smith
Lovers, companions, and husband and wife, Catherine and Prince Grigory Potemkin were also close political partners. This work reveals the complexity of Catherine and Potemkin's personal relationship in light of changes in matters of state, foreign relations, and military engagements. It gives insights into Catherine's passions, and her world.Carefully conceived and magnificently executed, this splendid translation allows readers access to an exceptionally instructive and entertaining source
-- Simon Dixon, University of LeedsLove and Conquest is an extraordinarily impressive achievement that will be the standard English reference for years to come.
-- Ronald Vroon, UCLADouglas Smith is author of Working the Rough Stone, which won the William W. Reese II Memorial Book Award for 1999–2000. He lives in Seattle.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780875803241 |
| ISBN 10 | 0875803245 |
| Title | Love and Conquest |
| Author | Douglas Smith |
| Series | Niu Series In Slavic East European And Eurasian Studies |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Northern Illinois University Press |
| Year published | 2004-04-15 |
| Number of pages | 475 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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