""Peter The Great V1"" is a biography written by Eugene Schuyler, which chronicles the life and reign of Peter the Great, the Tsar of Russia from 1682 to 1725. The book is split into two volumes, with the first volume covering the early years of Peter's life, from his birth in 1672 to the beginning of his reign in 1682. Schuyler delves into the political and social climate of Russia during this time, as well as the personal experiences and relationships that shaped Peter's character. The book explores Peter's upbringing under the guidance of his mother, Natalya Naryshkina, and his eventual rise to power after the death of his half-brother, Ivan V. Throughout the book, Schuyler provides detailed accounts of Peter's military campaigns, including his victory over the Swedish army at the Battle of Poltava in 1709. The author also highlights Peter's efforts to modernize Russia, including his introduction of Western technology and culture, as well as his reforms of the Russian military and government.Overall, ""Peter The Great V1"" offers a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of Russia's most iconic leaders, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the man behind the legend.Volume One of Two. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417971436.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.