| Author |
Lindeqvist, K. O. |
| LoC No. |
77502488
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| Title |
Pietari Suuri: Venäjän ensimmäinen keisari
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 31.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Pietari Suuri: Venäjän ensimmäinen keisari" by K. O. Lindeqvist is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life and reign of Peter the Great, highlighting his remarkable contributions to the formation of modern Russia and his efforts to westernize the nation. It delves into the sociopolitical conditions of Russia during his era, making it informative for readers interested in history, particularly Russian history. The opening portion of the book lays the groundwork for understanding Russia's early political landscape and cultural isolation before Peter's reign. It describes the historical context leading to the rise of Peter, such as the influence of the Mongol yoke, the disunity of Russian principalities, and the cultural aversion towards the West. The growth of Peter's character is hinted at, as he faces power struggles with his half-sister Sofia and navigates the complexities of ruling a nation steeped in tradition yet on the cusp of transformation. The narrative sets the stage for understanding the challenges he faced as he endeavored to lead Russia into a new age of governance and culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
DK: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland
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| Subject |
Peter I, Emperor of Russia, 1672-1725
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
53017 |
| Release Date |
Sep 9, 2016 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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