History of the Russian State — N. M. Karamzin (4-Volume Hardcover Set, 1988, Moscow: Kniga Press)
Republished facsimile of the 1842–1844 edition
This listing is for a complete four-volume hardcover set of История Государства Российского (History of the Russian State) by Nikolai Mikhailovich Karamzin, published in 1988 by Kniga (Книга), Moscow. This edition is a high-quality facsimile reprint of the classic 1842–1844 printing, produced with scholarly oversight.
Details & Features:
• Format: Hardcover, brown textured boards with gilt titles and decorative spine designs
• Publisher: Kniga (Книга), Moscow
• Publication Year: 1988
• Language: Russian
• Volumes Included: I, II, III, IV (complete)
• Content: Full facsimile reproduction of the original 1840s edition, including period typography and layout
• Scholarly Apparatus: Prepared under the direction of academic editors (as noted on the title and copyright pages)
Condition:
The set is in very good condition:
• Hardcovers present beautifully with bright gilt lettering
• Bindings are tight across all volumes
• Pages are clean with minimal age toning
• No writing, underlining, or bookplates observed
• Light signs of shelf wear consistent with gentle use
About the Work:
Karamzin’s History of the Russian State is one of the most influential works in Russian historiography. Originally published in the early 19th century, it shaped both scholarly and cultural perspectives on Russian national history. This 1988 facsimile reprint preserves the look and structure of the 19th-century edition while offering modern production quality.
A fine addition for:
• Collectors of Russian literature and history
• Slavic studies scholars
• Libraries and academic collections
• Anyone seeking a high-quality facsimile of Karamzin’s foundational historical work