The Last King of Poland

by Adam Zamoyski

Book Overview

A superb study of one of the most important, romantic and dynamic figures of European history.'A fine book ... the web of political intrigue unfolds like an appetising detective novel' Scotsman The... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0753804964
• ISBN13: 9780753804964
• Release Date: January 1998
• Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson History
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 1.6" x 5.5"

Customer Reviews

Unexpected!

This book was a complete surprise! I am not from Eastern Europe nor do I have any connections there. I bought this book to learn a bit more about the history prior to attending a conference in Krakow, Poland. This book is not only well written, but it explains the tragedy that is the life of the last king of Poland. It takes place during the time of the American and French Revolutions, Catherine the Great is a prominent figure, and now I understand much better why history unfolded as it did in that part of the world. Fast moving, comprehensive, poignant. Highly recommended!