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The Family Romanov

Murder, Rebellion, and the Fall of Imperial Russia
Nov 14, 2014JCLChrisK rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
A fascinating, captivating account of the life--and death--of Russia's final Tsar and his family, the story of how the richest people on the planet went from absolute power over a massive empire to revolution and quiet murder in a cellar. Enough information is shared about the politics and life in Russia during the time to provide context, but the focus is definitely on the personalities and experiences of the Romanovs, who above all seemed to want a quiet (though privileged) family life removed from public life and power, and who responded when forced to rule as cluelessly sheltered, absent tyrants who should not be questioned or challenged. Accessible, informative, and entertaining.