St. Petersburg To Plevna

""St. Petersburg to Plevna"" is a historical book written by Francis Stanley in 1878. The book is a collection of interviews with prominent Russian statesmen and generals during the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-1878. The author, who was a correspondent for the London Daily News, traveled to Russia and Turkey to gather information about the war and its impact on the region. The book begins with an introduction that sets the context for the war and its causes. It then moves on to a series of interviews with key figures in the Russian military and political establishment, including Grand Duke Nicholas, the commander-in-chief of the Russian army, and Count Ignatieff, the Russian ambassador to Turkey. Throughout the book, Stanley provides detailed accounts of military operations, diplomatic negotiations, and political developments. He also offers insights into the personalities and motivations of the people he interviews. The book concludes with an analysis of the war's outcome and its implications for Russia and the wider region. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Russo-Turkish War and the political and military strategies employed by the major powers of the time.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.