Captivity Of Two Russian Princesses In The Caucasus: Including A Seven Months' Residence In Shamil's Seraglio (1857) - Paperback

""Captivity of Two Russian Princesses in the Caucasus"" is a historical account written by H. Sutherland Edwards in 1857. The book tells the story of two Russian princesses, Princesses Catherine and Elizabeth, who were taken captive by Imam Shamil, the leader of the Caucasian resistance against Russian rule. The princesses were held captive for over a year and were subjected to harsh living conditions and mistreatment. Edwards provides a detailed account of the princesses' captivity, including their seven months' residence in Shamil's seraglio, where they were kept as concubines. The book also sheds light on the political situation in the Caucasus during the mid-19th century, as well as the conflict between Russia and the Caucasian peoples. Throughout the book, Edwards draws on his personal experiences and interactions with the princesses during their captivity, as he was appointed as their translator and advisor. He provides a unique perspective on the events that transpired during their captivity, as well as the cultural and social norms of the Caucasus region during that time. Overall, ""Captivity of Two Russian Princesses in the Caucasus"" is a fascinating and informative historical account that sheds light on a little-known chapter in Russian and Caucasian history. It provides a glimpse into the lives of two remarkable women who endured incredible hardships and challenges during their captivity, and the political and cultural context in which they lived.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.