The Russian Empire

The Russian Empire: Its Origin And Development is a historical account of the rise and growth of the Russian Empire, written by Samuel Bagster Boulton and originally published in 1882. The book covers the period from the earliest days of the Russian state to the reign of Emperor Alexander II, and provides a comprehensive overview of the political, social, and cultural factors that shaped the empire's development.Boulton's work is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the empire's history. He begins by tracing the origins of the Russian state, discussing the role of the Varangians in its establishment and the early reigns of the Rurikid dynasty. He then moves on to examine the rise of the Mongol Empire and its impact on Russia, before turning his attention to the reign of Ivan the Terrible and the emergence of the Romanov dynasty.Throughout the book, Boulton explores the various political and social forces that shaped the Russian Empire, including the role of the Orthodox Church, the growth of serfdom, and the impact of foreign powers such as Sweden and Poland. He also discusses the empire's expansion into Siberia and Central Asia, and the conflicts that arose as a result.Overall, The Russian Empire: Its Origin And Development is a detailed and informative account of one of the most significant empires in world history. Boulton's work provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the complex factors that shaped the development of Russia and its impact on the wider world.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.