LYCOS RETRIEVER 
Imperial Russia
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Volume 1 of Mennonites in the Cities of Imperial Russia takes an in depth look at eight villages. The typical city chapter includes a brief history of the city, maps of the city and surrounding area, and some pictures of the city itself. Then comes a complete listing of every Mennonite known to have lived or stayed in the city, including some other information such as date of birth, parents, children and major events in the life of the person. Mennonite institutions, events and businesses are listed. The cities in volume one include: Barvenkovo; Berdyansk; Melitopol; Millerovo; Orechov; Pologi; Sevastopol; Simferopol.
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Russia entered the Imperial phase of its history in 1721 when Peter the Great officially proclaimed the Empire’s existence. Little could Peter the Great have imagined just how vast his empire would later become, for Imperial Russia was to become one of the largest empires in the world. At one point during this time of Russia’s history, the country even gained control of part of North America. By the beginning of the 20th century, only the British Empire was able to rival this massive empire in terms of land size. The Russian Tsar was ... the only absolute monarch to be found on the entire European continent.
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The impossible became possible when the largest collection of Faberge works, among them nine Imperial Easter eggs, returned to Russia. This richly illustrated book by Geza von Habsburg is not just the catalogue of the collection purchased by the Russian businessman Victor Veskelberg. It is dedicated to Carl Faberge's life and creative work, and to the unique Easter eggs that immortalized his name. The book ... contains pictures of the Russian Nicholas II and his family.
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A coronation commemorative Russian Imperial enamelled cup, made to celebrate the coronation of Nicholas II and Alexandra Feodorovna. The initials are the royal couple's cyphers, and on the opposite side is an imperial double eagle. Often referred to as the "Cup of Sorrows" or blood cup. The nickname comes form the unfortunate incident in the Khodinka Field. This commemorative cup was issued in 1896. Condition: some enamel loss to the cup mainly to the rim.
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This volume offers a detailed examination of the stability of the late imperial regime in Russia. Students and scholars will appreciate the lively summaries of the latest scholarship in political, economic, social, cultural, and international history. Accessible yet insightful, contributions cover the historiography of complex topics such as peasants, workers, revolutionaries, foreign relations, and Nicholas II. In addition, there are original studies of some of the leading intellectuals of the time. The late imperial economy is examined through the writings of Tugan-Baranovsky. There is an account of M. N. Pokrovskii’s radical interpretation of late imperial Russia’s historical path of development.
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With the dissolution of the Soviet Union visitors have a fresh opportunity to explore a vast array of exciting and ancient cultures, from the glittering imperial Russia of St. Petersburg to the timeless village life of Siberia and Irkutsk. One of the most notable features of present day Russia is a renewed celebration of the wealth of its past and its potential for the future. Throwing off the blanket of communist uniformity, Russia today is a nation of enormous diversity and tremendous vitality. It is as if the cultural traditions of a century ago have re-awakened with a newfound strength - ancient cathedrals are being rebuilt and restored, colorful markets hum with activity once again and literature and the arts are quickly regaining the creative renown they enjoyed decades ago. A new Russia is now in full bloom.
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