Synopsis
A masterful and forensic study of the last year of Nicholas II’s reign, from a world-leading scholar of Russian history.
‘Outstanding . . . essential reading’ – Simon Sebag Montefiore, The Mail on Sunday
In March 1917, Nicholas II, the last Tsar of All the Russias, abdicated and the dynasty that had ruled an empire for three hundred years was forced from...
Details
08 February 2018400 pages
9781447293101Imprint: Pan
Reviews
Brilliant, original and compellingSaul David, Evening Standard
The best book yet on Nicholas after his abdicationDominic Lieven, Financial Times
A myth-busting account of the final months of the ruler’s life, from abdication to executionGuardian
Detailed and painstakingly researchedPeter Conradi, Sunday Times
