Beautifully illustrated children's book in the rare Hardcopy version. Children's book of Russian history about Peterhof in the first quarter of the 18th Century in St. Petersburg, Russia. Story is told from the point of view of Peter the Great, detailing how he used the castle and how Peter was inspired to create the gardens and fountains.  Incredibly charming and educational children's history book detailing the life of Tsar Peter the Great and his creation of the magnificent Peterhof Palace complex.  Dedicated to the 300th Anniversary of Peterhof: 1705 to 2005.

This hardcover book is in like new, pristine condition. It does not have a dust cover; I do not know if it ever did.  Crisp pages, beautiful colors, tight binding and no spine wear, unbumped corners, unmarked.  Completely free of highlighting, notes or shelf wear.  Partial price sticker on bottom right of back cover.

Author: Valery Voskoboinikov
Illustrated by Vladimir Alexeyev
Translated from the Russian by Valery Fateyev
Non-Fiction
Published 2002
32 Pages
Book measures approximately 11" x 9"
Weighs 12.8 oz.