Memoirs of the Court of St. Petersburg: Particularly Towards the End of the Reign of Catherine II and the Commencement of That of Paul I (1900)

Memoirs of the Court of St. Petersburg is a historical book written by Charles Francois Philibert Masson in 1900. The book chronicles the author's experiences and observations during his time at the court of St. Petersburg, particularly towards the end of the reign of Catherine II and the beginning of that of Paul I. Masson was a French diplomat who served as the secretary to the French ambassador in Russia during this period. He provides a firsthand account of the political and social climate of the time, as well as the personalities and intrigues of the court. The book covers a range of topics, including the relationship between Catherine II and her son Paul, the French Revolution and its impact on Russia, and the court's response to the assassination of Gustav III of Sweden. It also includes descriptions of the court's lavish balls and ceremonies, as well as the daily routines of the royal family and their courtiers. Overall, Memoirs of the Court of St. Petersburg offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of Russian royalty and politics during a pivotal period in its history.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.