Lost princesses, a queen who dethroned her own husband, the country that defeated Napoleon, and a dog who went to space-these are just a few of the fascinating aspects of Russian history. The history of Russia has enthralled the public for generations. From the exploits of Ivan the Terrible to the murder of the Romanov royal family, there's a lot of history to explore. How did Ivan the Terrible earn his title? Who were the Romanovs, and what led to the brutal end of their dynasty? Follow the story of Russia and discover the major historical events that shaped this country.

This book will be your guide to the fascinating history of Russia and answer the following questions:

Who were the early East Slavs? How was Kievan Rus' founded? How did the tsars gain power? What was life like during the height of the Russian Empire? What happened when Napoleon tried to invade Russia? What was the Great Purge? What led to the dissolution of the USSR? Who was Boris Yeltsin? And many other questions!

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