Memoirs of the Empress Catherine II is a historical autobiography written by Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia, and published in 1859. The book chronicles the life of Catherine, from her birth in Germany to her ascension to the throne in Russia. It covers her early years, her marriage to Peter III, her coup d'�����tat, and her reign as Empress of Russia. The book also includes her thoughts on politics, philosophy, and literature, as well as her relationships with notable figures such as Voltaire and Potemkin. This memoir provides an intimate look into the life of one of the most powerful women in history, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Russian history or the life of Catherine the Great.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.