1729-1796

Princess Sophia of Anhalt-Zerbst became Empress Catherine II of Russia, an indomitable, feisty ruler who was very complex and became an infamous historical figure.

Recounts the story of the eighteenth-century Empress of Russia, describing her life as wife, mother, and ruler.

A biography of Russian empress Catherine the Great, discussing her childhood, her rise to the throne, the values and beliefs she used to guide her rule over Russia, contacts she had over the years, and more.

Empress Catherine II recounts the major events of her life and offers an eyewitness account of daily life in eighteenth-century Russia.

Princess Sophia of Anhalt-Zerbst became Empress Catherine II of Russia, an indomitable, feisty ruler who was very complex and became an infamous historical figure.

A brief biography of the controversial Empress of Russia, Catherine the Great, that describes her life, extent of her vast kingdom, and how she sought to improve life for the Russian people.

A biography of the German-born Russian Empress who was one of the most influential of the eighteenth-century rulers.

This is a biography of the German princess who became the absolute ruler of the Russian empire and won for herself the reputation of being a great enlightened monarch.

Presents a brief biography of Catherine the Great, ruler of Russia, providing information her family life, her education, and her influence on Russian history. Includes time line.