Pavel I. Comp. Barykina I.E.

Romantic and despot, knight and tyrant, mystic, fanatic of ideas, Russian Hamlet, Poor Pavel - all this about the most mysterious Russian emperor Paul I. His short reign (1796-1801) falls on the line of centuries and reflects The characteristic features of the XVIII century, the era of the construction of the Russian Empire, its rapid territorial growth, when the absolute power of the monarch, holding all the threads of administration in their hands, gained strength, and serfdom - the basis of the state’s economy. At the same time, the rule of Paul I carries new principles that developed in the 19th century - attempts to solve the peasant issue, the construction of the ministerial system, the establishment of the imperial surname, etc. Such a short reign preceded a very long expectation, during which the character of the future was formed The emperor, his worldview and political views, which had a strong influence on Russia's domestic and foreign policy in this complex and contradictory four years. In the reader’s attention, the book presents a bright palette of contemporaries on the personality and deeds of the monarch, which flashed in the sky of the Russian Empire “Fiery Meteor”. The publication includes memories, letters and documents revealing different periods of his life and reign - from birth to death. Acquaintance with these valuable certificates will help the reader make an idea of ​​the era and personality of Paul I and find his decision to the mystery of the Emperor-Ryzar.