Petrograd, the City of Trouble, 1914-1918 by Meriel Buchanan provides a deeply immersive and insightful look into the tumultuous period of 1914 to 1918 in Petrograd, Russia. Buchanan's first-hand account as the daughter of the British Ambassador to Russia during this time adds a personal touch to the historical events she describes.

The book paints a vivid picture of the chaos and turmoil that gripped Petrograd during World War I and the subsequent Russian Revolution. Buchanan does an excellent job of detailing the political unrest, social upheaval, and economic hardships faced by the city's residents. She also offers fascinating glimpses into the lives of important historical figures, such as Vladimir Lenin and Tsar Nicholas II, as they navigated the changing landscape of Petrograd.

Buchanan's writing is engaging and well-researched, providing readers with a clear understanding of the events that unfolded in Petrograd during this pivotal time in history. Overall, Petrograd, the City of Trouble, 1914-1918 is a compelling read for anyone interested in Russian history, World War I, or the Russian Revolution.

Book Description:
The author of this work was the daughter of the British ambassador to Russia. She was in St. Petersburg from before World War I to after the Bolshevik Revolution, leaving in January 1918. Rather than a dry retelling of the history of this period, the author gives a more personal view of the events, as she lived through them. - Summary by TriciaG