About “Prince of Princes”
Prince Grigory Potemkin was Catherine the Great's lover, secret husband, and political partner in ruling the Russian Empire, with whom she shared power while each maintained separate romantic relationships. He played a central role in expanding Russian influence, notably through the conquest of the Crimea, the founding of the Black Sea Fleet, and the establishment of cities such as Sebastopol and Odessa, while also reforming the Cossacks and shaping Russia into a Near Eastern power.
Praise for “Prince of Princes”
“One of the great love stories of history...Excellent with dazzling mastery of detail and literary flair.”
“Montefiore conveys [Russian] history with vivid detail and narrative momentum...Captures the genius of two extraordinary Enlightenment figures—and of the age as well.”
“Biography in the grand tradition...Riveting...The author [is] a gifted storyteller.”
Book details
- Published
- 2000
- Latest edition
- 2000 · ISBN 9780525431961
- ISBN
- 9780525431961
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is Prince of Princes?
Prince of Princes by Simon Sebag-Montefiore has 688 pages.
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