russian history author
Tony Abbott
Exploring the final decades of Imperial Russia through a major biography of Nicholas II and five volumes of first‑hand memoirs from those who lived it.
A detailed study of Nicholas II, complemented by five curated memoir volumes that document the lived experience of Russia’s imperial collapse.
“A thoughtful and absorbing exploration of Russia’s past. The clarity of the writing and depth of research kept me engaged throughout.”
— Marina Kovalev
“Richly detailed and beautifully presented. These works illuminate perspectives I’d never encountered before and made the history feel alive.”
— Jonathan Reed
Tony Abbott
Author
My Story
New Angle Publishing was founded to bring lesser‑known works of historical interest back into circulation and to present fresh perspectives on subjects often clouded by conflicting accounts. This publishing project was inspired by Tsar Nicholas II centenary exhibitions in London that offered a vivid sense of connection to the Russian Imperial era and the Romanovs.
The research behind the series reflects a commitment to accuracy and independence. The biography and its supporting memoir volumes draw heavily on material written between 1920 and 1938, a period rich in first‑hand accounts that often fill gaps left by later interpretations.
New Angle Publishing avoids modern retellings and instead examines original sources, questioning long‑held assumptions and revisiting established theories where evidence demands it. The goal is to present historical works that are meticulously researched, visually engaging, and capable of offering readers a deeper understanding of the people and events that shaped our history.
My Books
Nicholas II - Tsar to Saint
A detailed study of the life and reign of Nicholas II, drawing on early memoirs, archival material and contemporary accounts to present a clear and balanced perspective on the last Emperor of Russia.
Memories Volume I
A collection of three memoirs from a court chancellor, a prince and a Bolshevik, offering contrasting views from inside and outside the Imperial system during the final years of Nicholas II’s Russia.
Memories Volume II
Three memoirs written by women close to the Imperial court, including a socialite, a friend of the Empress and a trusted confidant, providing personal insights into life within the Romanov circle.
Memories Volume III
Two memoirs by major political figures, Sergei Witte and Mikhail Rodzianko, presenting first‑hand accounts of government, reform and political struggle in the last decades of Imperial Russia.
Memories Volume IV
Three memoirs from a baroness connected to the Empress, a military investigator and statesman Alexander Kerensky, offering perspectives that span the Imperial, military and provisional governments.
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NICHOLAS II — TSAR TO SAINT
| Format | ISBN | Price | Purchase | QR |
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| Groundwood Paperback — matt perfect bound | 978-1-80352-799-4 | £13.99 | Buy | |
| White Paperback — glossy perfect bound | 978-1-80068-965-7 | £19.99 | Buy | |
| White Hardback — glossy case laminate | 978-1-80352-695-9 | £25.99 | Buy | |
| Hardback — cloth cover with glossy dust jacket | 978-1-80352-911-0 | £19.99 | Buy | |
| eBook edition | 978-1-80352-908-0 | £4.99 | Buy |
Memories of a Russian Yesteryear — Volume I
Memories of a Russian Yesteryear — Volume II
New Angle Publishing
Publishing overlooked memoirs of Russian history.
Bringing rare voices and forgotten texts back into view.
Bringing older works accessible to modern readers
Returning voices history nearly lost.
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