The Princess and the Politicians by John Charmley

The Princess and the Politicians by John Charmley

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Presenting a narrative moving from St Petersburg to London and Paris and back, this work relates the political history of Europe in the wake of the Napoleonic wars. It also paints a portrait of a spirited, fascinating woman who sought to influence the destiny of nations by playing the men at their own game.

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The Princess and the Politicians by John Charmley

Presenting a narrative moving from St Petersburg to London and Paris and back, this work relates the political history of Europe in the wake of the Napoleonic wars. It also paints a portrait of a spirited, fascinating woman who sought to influence the destiny of nations by playing the men at their own game.
John Charmley is professor of modern history at the University of East Anglia. He is the author of seven previous books which include Churchill: The End of Glory and most recently Splendid Isolation? Britain, the Balance of Power and the Origins of the Great War 1874-1914. John Charmley lives in Harleston, Norfolk.
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ISBN 13 9780140289718
ISBN 10 0140289712
Title The Princess and the Politicians
Author John Charmley
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
Year published 2006-08-31
Number of pages 368
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.