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Memoirs of the Empress Catherine II. Written by Herself

Catherine II, Empress of Russia, 1729-1796; Herzen, Aleksandr, 1812-1870 [Translator]· 2 chapters· 96,483 words

Fortune is not so blind as people think. Her movements are often the result of precise and well-planned measures, which escape the perception of common minds; still oftener are they the result of personal qualities, character, and conduct.

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2. PART II.

At the beginning of the year 1751 the Grand Duke, who, like myself, felt great esteem and affection for the Count de Bernis, Ambassador from the Court of Vienna, determined to c...

1. PART I.

Fortune is not so blind as people think. Her movements are often the result of precise and well-planned measures, which escape the perception of common minds; still oftener are...