Always A Grand Duke

""Always A Grand Duke"" is a memoir written by Grand Duke Alexander of Russia. The book provides a detailed account of the life of the Grand Duke, who was a member of the Romanov family, the last imperial dynasty to rule Russia. The memoir covers the Grand Duke's childhood, his education, his military service, and his personal life.The book begins with the Grand Duke's childhood, growing up in the grand palaces of St. Petersburg. He then goes on to describe his education, which included rigorous military training. The Grand Duke also recounts his time serving in the Russian army during World War I, where he saw firsthand the devastation of war.The memoir also provides insight into the personal life of the Grand Duke, including his marriage to Grand Duchess Xenia Alexandrovna, his children, and his hobbies and interests. The book also covers the turbulent years of the Russian Revolution and the eventual downfall of the Romanov dynasty.Throughout the memoir, the Grand Duke reflects on his life and his role as a member of the royal family. He provides a unique perspective on the history of Russia and the Romanovs, as well as insights into the personal lives of the family members.Overall, ""Always A Grand Duke"" is a fascinating and insightful memoir that provides a glimpse into the life of a member of the Romanov family and the history of Russia during a tumultuous time.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.