Peter the Great (Part 1 and Part 2)

Author: (Soviet) A. Tolstoy
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Publish Date: 1986-10-01
Features: This is a long novel that primarily depicts the life achievements of Peter the Great and his contributions to Russia, showcasing the grand and magnificent life scenes and historical events of Russia in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. The novel is divided into three volumes. The first volume was published in 1930, mainly describing Peter's struggle for power, the conflicts between court nobles, and the initial measures he took to promote the Westernization of the country. The second volume was published in 1934, depicting Peter's struggle for access to water, the conflicts between Western European countries, and his diplomatic and military activities in preparation for the "Northern War." Volumes one and two are merely an overture to the third volume, which is the main part of the novel. It will describe Peter the Great's legislative work and reform efforts, the heroic struggles of the Russian army in defending the cities of Yuryev and Narva, and will also portray the dynamic international scene and the vibrant life of some Western countries—France, Poland, and the Netherlands.