Becoming Catherine the Great: The Prussian Princess Who Ruled Russia | Historical Biography & Political Strategy Book | Perfect for History Lovers & Leadership Studies

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Eighteenth century Russia, the gilt halos of the Saints suddenly illuminate from the glow of the candle light throughout the church. Catherine the Great is being crowned Empress. As those of her new court look on in amazement, the memory of the lowborn Princess returns. The small girl had seemed lost and plain in the glamorous court of St. Petersburg, filled with pomp and perfume, silk and scandal. She tried desperately to appease Empress Elizabeth to whom she owed her position and marriage. Only to fail to produce both affection in the Empress and the husband promised to her. Neglected and alone, she sought companionship, allies and lovers, all of which worsen her position at court. So how did the Prussian Princess overthrow her husband and persuade her most powerful enemy to aid her rise to ultimate power?