The Princess Of Siberia: The Story Of Maria Volkonsky And The Decembrist Exiles
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Christine Sutherland
Binding: Hardback
Published: Farrar Straus & Giroux, 1984
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Light foxing on book block.
This compelling historical biography, The Princess Of Siberia: The Story Of Maria Volkonsky And The Decembrist Exiles, chronicles the remarkable life of a woman who defied societal expectations and endured immense hardship for love and principle. It uncovers the dramatic events surrounding the Decembrist uprising in 19th-century Russia and the subsequent exile of its participants to the unforgiving Siberian wilderness. The narrative presents Maria Volkonsky's unwavering courage and sacrifice, illustrating her journey as she voluntarily followed her husband into banishment. This poignant account details the resilience of the human spirit against a backdrop of political turmoil and personal devotion, offering a vivid portrait of an extraordinary historical figure.
Author: Christine Sutherland
Binding: Hardback
Published: Farrar Straus & Giroux, 1984
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Light foxing on book block.
This compelling historical biography, The Princess Of Siberia: The Story Of Maria Volkonsky And The Decembrist Exiles, chronicles the remarkable life of a woman who defied societal expectations and endured immense hardship for love and principle. It uncovers the dramatic events surrounding the Decembrist uprising in 19th-century Russia and the subsequent exile of its participants to the unforgiving Siberian wilderness. The narrative presents Maria Volkonsky's unwavering courage and sacrifice, illustrating her journey as she voluntarily followed her husband into banishment. This poignant account details the resilience of the human spirit against a backdrop of political turmoil and personal devotion, offering a vivid portrait of an extraordinary historical figure.