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Alexander Ii: The Last Great Tsar
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Alexander Ii Was Russia'S Lincoln, And The Greatest Reformer Tsar Since Peter The Great. He Was Also One Of The Most Contradictory, And Fascinating, Of History'S Supreme Leaders. He Freed The Serfs, Yet Launched Vicious Wars. He Engaged In The Sexual Exploits Of A Royal Don Juan, Yet Fell Profoundly In Love. He Ruled During The Russian Renaissance Of Dostoevsky, Tolstoy, And Turgenev Yet His Russia Became The Birthplace Of Modern Terrorism. His Story Could Be That Of One Of Russia'S Greatest Novels, Yet It Is True. It Is Also Crucially Important Today.It Is A Tale That Runs On Parallel Tracks. Alexander Freed 23 Million Russian Slaves, Reformed The Justice System And The Army, And Very Nearly Became The Father Of Russia'S First Constitution And The Man Who Led That Nation Into A New Era Of Westernstyle Liberalism. Yet It Was During This Feverish Time That Modern Nihilism First Arose. On The Sidelines Of Alexander'S State Dramas, A Group Of Radical, Disaffected Young People First Experimented With Dynamite, And First Began To Use Terrorism. Fueled By The Writings Of A Few Intellectuals And Zealots, They Built Bombs, Dug Tunnels, And Planned Ambushes. They Made No Less Than Six Unsuccessful Attempts On Alexander'S Life. Finally, The Parallel Tracks Joined, When A Small Cell Of Terrorists, Living Next Door To Dostoevsky, Built The Fatal Bomb That Ended The Life Of The Last Great Tsar. It Stopped Russian Reform In Its Tracks.Edvard Radzinsky Is Justly Famous As Both A Biographer And A Dramatist, And He Brings Both Skills To Bear In This Vivid, Pageturning, Rich Portrait Of One Of The Greatest Of All Romanovs. Delving Deep Into The Archives, He Raises Intriguing Questions About The Connections Between Dostoevsky And The Young Terrorists, About The Hidden Romances Of The Romanovs, And About The Palace Conspiracies That May Have Linked Hardline Aristocrats With Their Nemesis, The Young Nihilists.Alexander'S Life Proves The Timeless Lesson That In Russia, It Is Dangerous To Start Reforms, But Even More Dangerous To Stop Them. It Also Shows That The Traps And Dangers Encountered In Today'S War On Terrorists Were There From The Start.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Alexander II: The Last Great Tsar'? A: The book explores the life of Alexander II, highlighting his significant reforms in Russia, including the emancipation of serfs, while also addressing the complexities of his reign, such as the rise of terrorism and the contradictions in his personal life.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Edvard Radzinsky, who is known for his work as both a biographer and a dramatist.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Alexander II: The Last Great Tsar'? A: The book was published on October 11, 2005.
- Q: What is the physical condition of the book? A: The book is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it may show some signs of wear but is still usable.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 480 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover, which typically offers more durability compared to paperback editions.
- Q: Is there any specific focus in the biography that stands out? A: Yes, Radzinsky delves into the connections between Alexander II, Dostoevsky, and the young terrorists of the time, as well as the palace conspiracies surrounding his reign.
- Q: What historical context does the book provide? A: The book provides insight into the socio-political landscape of Russia during Alexander II's reign, covering significant events such as the 'Russian Renaissance' and the emergence of nihilism.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of Edvard Radzinsky? A: Readers can expect a vivid, engaging writing style that combines biographical detail with dramatic storytelling, making the historical narrative compelling and accessible.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in Russian history? A: Absolutely, the book offers a rich exploration of Russian history during a transformative period and is suitable for anyone interested in political reform and historical biographies.