A tsarevich, Nicholas visited Bangkok in 1891 as part of his Eastern Tour, celebrating the opening of the eastern branch of the Trans-Siberian Railroad. Lavishly entertained by the Thai monarch, the two become close and an enduring friendship ensued.
The king's son, Prince Chakrabongse, was invited to study in St Petersburg at the Tsar's court, and his 8-year stay was paid for by Nicholas. He was treated as a member of the family and had a unique insight into Tsarist Russia. His letters home to his father, the king, are insightful, full of observations and news about the Russian court. The king was equally candid in his replies, making for a revealing read for anyone with an interest in this period of history.
| ISBN: | 9786167339580 |
| Publication date: | 27th September 2017 |
| Author: | Phitsanulo££kpracha££na££t, Chulalongkorn |
| Publisher: | River Books |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 452 pages |
| Series: | River Books |
| Genres: |
Autobiography: royalty Asian history |
A tsarevich, Nicholas visited Bangkok in 1891 as part of his Eastern Tour, celebrating the opening of the eastern branch of the Trans-Siberian Railroad. Lavishly entertained by the Thai monarch, the two become close and an enduring friendship ensued.
The king's son, Prince Chakrabongse, was invited to study in St Petersburg at the Tsar's court, and his 8-year stay was paid for by Nicholas. He was treated as a member of the family and had a unique insight into Tsarist Russia. His letters home to his father, the king, are insightful, full of observations and news about the Russian court. The king was equally candid in his replies, making for a revealing read for anyone with an interest in this period of history.
Letters from St. Petersburg features in the following genres: Autobiography: royalty, Asian history
Letters from St. Petersburg is available in Hardback
Letters from St. Petersburg was written by Phitsanulo££kpracha££na££t, Chulalongkorn and published by River Books
Letters from St. Petersburg has 452 pages
Yes it is part of River Books series
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