"Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year one thousand eight hundred and fifty-nine, by Harper & Brothers"--T.p. cover

"With engravings"--T.p

Book, cloth

Stamped: Scripps Home

The Princess Sophia -- The Princess's downfall -- The childhood and youth of Peter -- Le Fort and Menzikoff -- Commencement of the reign -- The emperor's tour -- Conclusion of the tour -- The rebellion -- Reforms -- The Battle of Narva -- The building of St. Petersburg -- The Revolt of Mazeppa -- The Battle of Pultowa -- The Empress Catharine -- The Prince Alexis -- The flight of Alexis -- The trial -- The condemnation and death of Alexis

Note inserted in front of book regarding Lincoln's comments to author Jacob Abbott

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