The Memoirs of Count Witte

by Vitte S. I?U?. (Sergei? I?U? 1849-1915

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Genres: History, Russia, Biography, Russian History, Russian Literature, Nonfiction

474 pages, Paperback

First published November 30, 1990

Reviews

[Grig O' · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a compelling read, from a remarkable statesman. I haven't read many such memoirs yet; the closest comparison would be to JS Mill's autobiography. Where Mill jumps straight into his side of various obscure issues, Witte expertly weaves his many dealings into a larger context, building a clear and gripping narrative for someone like me, largely ignorant of Russia's prerevolutionary history.

And what a sprawling, intriguing, tragic bunch of stories it is. Nicholas II and his entourage take centre stage, a unique combination of autocratic power and weak-willed incompetence. The only relief is knowing that they got what they deserved in the end - or did they? I know what to read next...

[Kenton Webb · Rating 5 out of 5]

Extraordinary inside look at the court of the last Tsar from one of Russia's true - and stymied - reformers. He presents one of the great 'what if's?' of history.
Essential, I think, if you wish to understand the Russian revolution and thereafter.

[Alex · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredibly interesting memoir that outlines Witte’s complex political beliefs and worldview