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The definitive exploration of Russia's imperial past: its origins, leaders, wars and politics. Using exclusive interviews and historical reenactments, this series of 4 videos spans one thousand years of Russian history. From the first settlement of Russe Vikings to the brutal murder of Tsar Nicholas II and his family. Explores the tumultuous lives of figures like Ivan the Terrible, Peter the Great, and Catherine the Great. Events include the December Revolution and Napoleon's ill-fated invasion and how they changed history.

A biography of Henry IV written in French.

Chronicles the life of sixteenth-century Grand Duke of Moscow Ivan IV, discussing the violence, madness, and empire-building that secured his place in history.

Presents the complete text of the play in which a rebellion against King and State is juxtaposed against the rebellion of Prince Hal against his father King Henry IV, and features modern spelling and punctuation, source material, and an annotated bibliography.

A biography of the first Russian Czar, a man remembered for laying the basis of Russia's growth as a modern nation and for the ruthless ambition that gave him the nickname "The Terrible.".

Presents the text of Shakespeare's "Henry IV: Part 2, " which tells of Prince Hal's reluctance to inherit his father's crown thereby threatening to derail Henry IV's plan for a lasting dynasty. Includes information on Shakespeare's theatrical career; commentary on past and current productions based on interviews with leading directors, actors, and designers; scene-by-scene analysis; key facts about the work; a chronology of Shakespeare's life and times; and black-and-white illustrations.

Presents the original text of Shakespeare's play side by side with a modern version, discusses the author and the theater of his time, and provides quizzes and other study activities.

A biography of Ivan IV Vasilyevich, the Russian ruler whose policies earned him the title "Ivan the Terrible, " looking at his life and ambitions within the context of sixteenth-century Russia.

Includes a brief biography of the author, thematic and structural analysis of the work, critical views, and an index of themes and ideas.