The History of Peter the Great, Emperor of Russia

In "The History of Peter the Great, Emperor of Russia," Voltaire presents a nuanced and engaging narrative that traverses the life of one of history's most influential monarchs. Written in the Enlightenment style, the book employs a blend of anecdote, satire, and historical analysis to examine Peter's reforms, military conquests, and the transformative ambitions that reshaped Russia into a Europea...