1613-1917

A brief history of the Russian Romanov family, looking at how this family was able to turn a war-ruined principality into the world's greatest empire, only to eventually lose it all, while looking at the tsars and tsarnias, some who were touched by genius and some by madness.

The definitive exploration of Russia's imperial past: its origins, leaders, wars and politics. Using exclusive interviews and historical reenactments, this series of 4 videos spans one thousand years of Russian history. From the first settlement of Russe Vikings to the brutal murder of Tsar Nicholas II and his family. Explores the tumultuous lives of figures like Ivan the Terrible, Peter the Great, and Catherine the Great. Events include the December Revolution and Napoleon's ill-fated invasion and how they changed history.

Explains the role of Peter the Great in taking Russia into the modern world; describes the everyday life of the people; and includes poems, plays, and letters written by Russians about themselves.

Chronicles the history of tsarist Russia from the seventeenth century to 1917, discussing the royal court, the capital city of St. Petersburg, the lives of rulers and peasants, cultural accomplishments, calls for and against reform, and the revolution. Includes ten facsimile documents, photographs, illustrations, maps, and feature articles.

Examines the history and growth of the Russian Empire from its birth in the mid-sixteenth century to the Russian Revolution in 1917.