Catherine the Great: Autocrat and Empress of All Russia.

Philadelphia: J. B. Lippincott Company, 1962. First Edition. Hardcover. Good/Good. 8.60 x 5.85 x 1.00 inches. This hardcover edition of ""Catherine the Great: Autocrat and Empress of All Russia"" by Ian Grey, published in 1962, offers a captivating insight into the life of one of history's most influential figures. Despite being in Good+ condition, this book remains a valuable resource for those interested in Russian history and Catherine the Great's legacy.The black cloth covers, elegantly contrasted by gold spine lettering, maintain their integrity, though some sun-fading is evident along the top edge, lower front corner, and tail of the spine. Additionally, toning to the edges of the text block is observed. The binding, however, remains square and tight, ensuring the structural integrity of the book.Minor abrasion and an organization stamp marked out on the front flyleaf (map page) are noted, but they do not significantly detract from the overall presentation. Within the interior pages, readers will find clean and unmarked text, providing a clear and engaging narrative of Catherine the Great's life and reign.The accompanying dust jacket, in Good condition, shows chips at the corners and spine ends, along with some small tears, all less than an inch. A crease down the rear of the jacket is also present, though it does not affect the overall stability of the jacket. Despite these imperfections, the jacket remains intact and adds to the overall presentation of the book.Catherine II of Russia was the most remarkable monarch of the eighteenth century. She had a prodigious appetite for work, great curiosity, and boundless ambition and vanity, and she was notorious for the number of her lovers. Her prodigal expenditures and patronage of the arts made her reign an era of splendor while her foreign policy and conquests carried Russian power and prestige to new heights. She cast a spell over most of her contemporaries in Russia and in Western Europe, and the spell has lingered. Here, in this book, is the dramatic story of an obscure German princess, without beauty or special advantage, but with courage, charisma, and determination, who became one of the arbiters of the affairs of Europe and renowned in history.Rest assured, this valuable resource will be carefully packaged for shipment to protect it from the elements. A complimentary USPS electronic tracking number will be provided to monitor its journey. Should you require further information or additional pictures regarding the book, please do not hesitate to contact us. Your satisfaction is our priority.