![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The author chose a thrilling point of view, opting to tell Catherine the Great's story through the eyes of Varvara, a servant in the royal household. Those among us who prefer their history enveloped in layers of frothy tulle and hand-tatted lace will delight in a frisson-filled fictional take on the life of Catherine in "The Winter Palace," by newcomer Eva Stachniak. Massie's earlier biographies, including "The Romanovs" and his Pulitzer-Prize winning study of Peter the Great, cemented his reputation for striking a happy balance between rich historical detail and engaging storytelling. Massie's masterfully researched "Catherine the Great." Readers desirous of going the traditional route with a biography will delight in Robert K. And, lucky for us, there are two new books about Catherine the Great out this winter: one fiction, one non. Reading about the life of the charismatic virago who brought art and culture to Russia is perfect for these early-to-dark evenings. ![]()
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