Secrets of the Romanov House

This collection includes unique memories of the Russian emperors from the Romanov dynasty – from Peter I to Nicholas II, written by individuals who were part of the "inner" circle of the reigning personalities. The memoirs of ministers, maids of... honor, generals, high-ranking officials, court architects, jewelers, doctors, and aides-de-camp tell about the everyday life, duties, and entertainments of the royal family members, their characters and habits, and their attitude towards the Russian people. Misunderstandings and ideals, virtues and shortcomings of historical figures directly influenced the history of Russia.

Most of the names of the authors of the memoirs are known to fans of Russian history; they are individuals who had special merits before the Motherland, and their opinions about each of the Russian emperors and empresses are of special value. Together, these stories create an expressive portrait of bygone times, rich in interesting details that allow for a shorter distance between the past and the present.
The book is illustrated with rare portraits of representatives of the Romanov house and their surroundings, as well as masterpieces of Russian painting.