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Tsar Nicholas II: A Life from Beginning to End
Tsar Nicholas II* * *Download for FREE on Kindle Unlimited + Free BONUS Inside!* * * Read On Your Computer, MAC, Smartphone, Kindle Reader, iPad, or Tablet. Reigning from 1894 to 1917, Nicholas II was the last emperor of Russia. His rule served as the bookends between what were essentially two Russian empires; the one that his forefathers carved out through imperial ambition and the one dictated by the zealous communists of the Soviet Union bent on socialist expansion. Nicholas was by most accounts a conflicted ruler; a man viewed as kind and generous in his mannerisms yet alleged to be greatly disconnected and apathetic toward the subjects he was supposed to rule over.Inside you will read about...✓ Nicholas and the Funeral Bride ✓ The Coronation Tragedy ✓ Bloody Sunday ✓ Nicholas’ Reluctant Reforms ✓ Three Hundred Years of Romanov Rule ✓ The Tsar and World War I ✓ The Last Russian Tsar And much more! Find out how this last Russian tsar rose to power and oversaw the end of a 300-year family dynasty as it teetered, tottered, and finally fell over the edge of oblivion. This is the story of Tsar Nicholas II.
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Published December 13, 2017
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May 8, 2022
Along with my second glass of wine, I read of Nicholas II and his family.
An enjoyable read, his early years and the family influences upon him prior to his taking the reins. A loving husband and father who desperately wanted nothing but a peaceful and happy life for his family: not easy once you become the head of the Romanov family.
Along with learning of dear Nick, I was blessed with an explanation to the causes of WWI; in a clear and simple manner, (for the first time ever). Why is it that everything I have ever read about the causes of 'The Great War' has done nothing for me other than confuse the issue?
And here, for the first time, I'm being told that Rasputin was NOT a warmonger: in fact, he was anything but.
With this under my belt, I might just be capable of tackling more in-depth works without loosing faith halfway through.
An enjoyable read, his early years and the family influences upon him prior to his taking the reins. A loving husband and father who desperately wanted nothing but a peaceful and happy life for his family: not easy once you become the head of the Romanov family.
Along with learning of dear Nick, I was blessed with an explanation to the causes of WWI; in a clear and simple manner, (for the first time ever). Why is it that everything I have ever read about the causes of 'The Great War' has done nothing for me other than confuse the issue?
And here, for the first time, I'm being told that Rasputin was NOT a warmonger: in fact, he was anything but.
With this under my belt, I might just be capable of tackling more in-depth works without loosing faith halfway through.
December 28, 2021
Tsar Nicholas ll
I found this very interesting to learn about Russian history. Some of the names I remember but to learn more about them is awesome.
I found this very interesting to learn about Russian history. Some of the names I remember but to learn more about them is awesome.
February 23, 2022
3.5 stars
November 20, 2024
I love Russian history! I wish this book had been longer, but the information was really good!
August 20, 2020
Tsar Nicholas II – A life from beginning to end
Author: Hourly History
Publisher: KDP
Year: 2017
I found this a nice, well-written, well-presented short read into the lives of the Romanov family and the history behind the last Tsar of Russia reigning from 1894 to 1917. The introduction starts with his grandfather, Tsar Alexander II and the events leading up to his assassination. The role of Tsar had been taken over by the iron fist of his son, Alexander III, Nicholas’ father. Nicholas was 12 years old at that time.
It does make you wonder if things could have turned out differently, if he was more like his father or if he had spent more time concentrating on his people rather than with this family life. If Rasputin was a bad omen or just an excuse to overthrow the family. or was it already a bad omen that his wife was named the funeral bride.
It is one of those tragic ending stories that you do think about after reading and dwell on the possibility of missed opportunities, unheeded advice that could have changed history.
One quote from the conclusion,” It seems that the last of the Russian royals have finally achieved the love and adoration from the Russian public in death that they could not receive in life.”
I got this book on a free promotion and there is an additional free e-book offer to avail from.
Author: Hourly History
Publisher: KDP
Year: 2017
I found this a nice, well-written, well-presented short read into the lives of the Romanov family and the history behind the last Tsar of Russia reigning from 1894 to 1917. The introduction starts with his grandfather, Tsar Alexander II and the events leading up to his assassination. The role of Tsar had been taken over by the iron fist of his son, Alexander III, Nicholas’ father. Nicholas was 12 years old at that time.
It does make you wonder if things could have turned out differently, if he was more like his father or if he had spent more time concentrating on his people rather than with this family life. If Rasputin was a bad omen or just an excuse to overthrow the family. or was it already a bad omen that his wife was named the funeral bride.
It is one of those tragic ending stories that you do think about after reading and dwell on the possibility of missed opportunities, unheeded advice that could have changed history.
One quote from the conclusion,” It seems that the last of the Russian royals have finally achieved the love and adoration from the Russian public in death that they could not receive in life.”
I got this book on a free promotion and there is an additional free e-book offer to avail from.
February 15, 2018
Short Summary on Nicholas II Life
This is a good summary on important events in the life of Russia's Last Tsar. It offers some insight into why Nicolas failed as a king and how his decisions brought about the murder of his family. The Romanov Family failed because they refused to ease the suffering of their own citizens. The family took the view of Mari Antoinette, "Let them eat cake!". Only in their circumstances the populace was starving and bludgeoned by corrupt politicians without any means of achieving human rights for the poor. Royalty abandoned the impoverished to murder and starvation. Life in Russia became so intolerable that revolution or death was preferable to an ongoing monarchy.
This is a good summary on important events in the life of Russia's Last Tsar. It offers some insight into why Nicolas failed as a king and how his decisions brought about the murder of his family. The Romanov Family failed because they refused to ease the suffering of their own citizens. The family took the view of Mari Antoinette, "Let them eat cake!". Only in their circumstances the populace was starving and bludgeoned by corrupt politicians without any means of achieving human rights for the poor. Royalty abandoned the impoverished to murder and starvation. Life in Russia became so intolerable that revolution or death was preferable to an ongoing monarchy.
December 28, 2017
Royal dynasties were once common phenomena in Europe. Every country had its emperor, king, prince, or grand duke to lead their countries in both war and peace. Absolute power was the rule rather than the exception. With the passage of time and a changing political sphere, the powers of royalties diminished, giving the real power back to the people. Russia has always been slow. Slow to reform, adjust, and modernize, Russia was far behind the rest of Europe in the second half of the nineteenth century.
When Tsar Alexander II was eviscerated by an assassin’s bomb in 1881, twelve-year Nicholas was confronted with a horror that would forever mark his life. Whereas Alexander II was a great reformer, his untimely demise caused his son, Alexander III, stopped the reforms and employed draconian policies to assure civil obedience. Nicholas was caught in a quandary when the reins of power were thrust upon his young, inexperienced, and reluctant shoulders.
Nicholas neither wanted nor was equipped to rule. Through much of his reign, he depended on others to form and implement policy. He loved his wife and family and preferred their company to the rigors of ruling the largest country in the world. The life of Nicholas II, his family, and the ultimate demise of the Romanov dynasty is a sad one that can invoke many emotions.
I have always been fascinated with Russia’s last tsar and the demise of a three-hundred-year-old dynasty. This book exposes the top of a very interesting and emotional iceberg. For people looking for an introduction to Nicholas and his ill-fated family, this book is a good place to start.
When Tsar Alexander II was eviscerated by an assassin’s bomb in 1881, twelve-year Nicholas was confronted with a horror that would forever mark his life. Whereas Alexander II was a great reformer, his untimely demise caused his son, Alexander III, stopped the reforms and employed draconian policies to assure civil obedience. Nicholas was caught in a quandary when the reins of power were thrust upon his young, inexperienced, and reluctant shoulders.
Nicholas neither wanted nor was equipped to rule. Through much of his reign, he depended on others to form and implement policy. He loved his wife and family and preferred their company to the rigors of ruling the largest country in the world. The life of Nicholas II, his family, and the ultimate demise of the Romanov dynasty is a sad one that can invoke many emotions.
I have always been fascinated with Russia’s last tsar and the demise of a three-hundred-year-old dynasty. This book exposes the top of a very interesting and emotional iceberg. For people looking for an introduction to Nicholas and his ill-fated family, this book is a good place to start.
February 19, 2021
Historia de el ultimo Zar de Rusia y de la dinastia Romanov. Hombre que no supo conservar el poder viviendo una vida idilica con su familia mientras Rusia se dirigia a la ruina. Autor de decisiones militares equivocadas como la batalla de Puerto Arturo y su entrada a la primera guerra mundial con un ejercito mal preparado, reclutando campesinos y que en consecuencia se produjo una hambruna teniendo que abdicar finalmente y pavimentando el camino a V. Lenin quien si supo corregir los problemas que aquejaban a su patria. Una historia que debe ser recordada siempre.
Finalmente resalta el comunicado que le hizo el gran escritor ruso Lev Tolstoi pidiendole que cambiara el curso de su trayectoria para no afectar a millones de personas y a el mismo.
Esto fue profetico.
Una historia muy bien relatada.
Finalmente resalta el comunicado que le hizo el gran escritor ruso Lev Tolstoi pidiendole que cambiara el curso de su trayectoria para no afectar a millones de personas y a el mismo.
Esto fue profetico.
Una historia muy bien relatada.
October 28, 2018
I knew I was purchasing a short overview of the Tsar’s life. This is history-lite and reads like a primer for a grade ten history class. While accurate, it has no colour or analysis. However, it does cover the troubling aspects of his reign: distance and lack of awareness, Rasputin, lack of reform, and a war to be avoided. Nicky was a pampered child and grew to be a pompous and incapable leader. His ineffectiveness allowed the Soviet Union to take place in the form of a bloody revolution on the heels of a bloody war. Fascinating times that requires deeper reading than this work.
June 1, 2021
Great read
The last Tsars history has always fascinated me. The stories that came from it always made me think more and more about what it was really like. A day in the life of Nicolas II. Was he really strong leader or weak. Did he in fact rule like his father and if he did was that the reason of his dislike among Russians
I wonder if it was more some liked him and some didn't and those that didn't got there way.
Russian history is very fascinating and deserves a more in depth study
This is a great introduction into the topic.
I enjoyed this read a lot
The last Tsars history has always fascinated me. The stories that came from it always made me think more and more about what it was really like. A day in the life of Nicolas II. Was he really strong leader or weak. Did he in fact rule like his father and if he did was that the reason of his dislike among Russians
I wonder if it was more some liked him and some didn't and those that didn't got there way.
Russian history is very fascinating and deserves a more in depth study
This is a great introduction into the topic.
I enjoyed this read a lot
September 3, 2019
I skimmed most of this as it was not very enlightening. Feels like it's written by folks who didn't know the specific details. This is more of an overview. Regardless of his life as Tsar, there should have been more in the conclusion about the execution of his family as their death was more infamous than their life. It took up a page and a half in the conclusion. The end of their lives deserved more respect.
August 18, 2020
I could not agree more with the above review by Thom Swennes, except perhaps to add the participation and influence of the mystic Rasputin in the Royal equation. Although he was likely a charlatan, the desperate royal couple became believers in any person, place, or thing that could save their son from the grip of hemophilia. Suspicion surrounded Rasputin's involvement with the Royal family and he met an early death.
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February 16, 2021
For me a clear overview. I didn't need any maps, for I know where everything took place. I am happy to learn that in 1991 the DNA test of the bodies in the mass grave proofed it was the Romanoff family indeed. Finally closure about the myth that one or more escaped the slaughter.
February 12, 2018
Simple history of Nicholas II.
October 7, 2018
Wow
Very good. Extremely informative, well written (well, kind of), and helped to inform of a very interesting time in history.
Very good. Extremely informative, well written (well, kind of), and helped to inform of a very interesting time in history.
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January 23, 2019What exactly one would expect from Hourly History. Nothing much, nothing less. Just the right amount of info with a smooth flow about the life and reign of The Last Tzar...
October 5, 2019
Who named you king
They seemed like a very nice family but unfortunately for them misjudged public sentiment. The October Revolution reminds me of the French Revolution.
They seemed like a very nice family but unfortunately for them misjudged public sentiment. The October Revolution reminds me of the French Revolution.
February 15, 2020
Good
It is a good depiction of the tsar's life while still being on the shorter easier to get through side one expects from Hourly History.
It is a good depiction of the tsar's life while still being on the shorter easier to get through side one expects from Hourly History.
June 27, 2021
Ok for Jr high
Not much in details of really anything of substance. Basic cliff notes edition probably would not get you through a high school exam.
Not much in details of really anything of substance. Basic cliff notes edition probably would not get you through a high school exam.
February 13, 2022
Very informative
Well written, concise, accurate and informative. I've read many books on this topic, and although short, it's a good source of information.
Well written, concise, accurate and informative. I've read many books on this topic, and although short, it's a good source of information.
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