Modern-day St. Petersburg is placed against its historical perspective in this glorious photographic study by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer. This majestic and romantic city on the Neva River was built to be Russia's 'Window to the West' by Tsar Peter the Great, who was strongly influenced by Western European culture. Today, after almost three hundred years of rule by tsars, tsarinas - and Communists - St. Petersburg is struggling to find its place in the world community. The chapters in this lavishly illustrated book present the history and economics of the city, its museums and palaces, the arts and religions, and glimpses into the lives of a few typical Petersburgers." 192 pages, indexed with bibliography. Very light wear on all corners. Jacket has the same wear; the front bottom corner has a tiny tear. Beautiful full-color illustrations throughout, with historic photos included. Folio - over 12" - 15" tall.

SAINT PETERSBURG RUSSIA HISTORY SOVIET CIVILIZATION