This encyclopedia is about the members of the Russian imperial families, their personal lives, courtiers and favorites. It is compiled from old Russian encyclopedias, some no longer available, edited by S.N. Iuzhakov, F.F. Pavlenkov, and, of course, by Brokgauz and Efron. All articles are translated into modern Russian, but not edited. This book is richly illustrated with official portraits, engravings, etc. Hardcover. 16.5 x 24 cm.