<p>"Thirteen Years at the Russian Court: A Personal Record of the Last Years and Death of the Czar Nicholas II and His Family" offers an intimate and compelling eyewitness account of a pivotal moment in history. Pierre Gilliard, tutor to the Romanov children, provides a unique perspective on the final years of Tsar Nicholas II and the Russian court, leading up to the Russian Revolution.<br><br>This historical record immerses readers in the world of the Romanovs, painting a portrait of their lives amidst the backdrop of World War I and growing political unrest. Gilliard's firsthand narrative sheds light on the personalities within the royal family and the atmosphere of the time. His observations offer invaluable insight into the events that shaped the destiny of Russia and the tragic fate of its last Tsar. This edition preserves a vital historical document, allowing readers to experience a personal and immediate connection to a defining era.<br></p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>