The Saburov Memoirs: or, Bismarck and Russia
Being Fresh Light on the Leagues of the Three Emperors, 1881

Originally published in 1929, this book contains an English translation of the Berlin-era memoirs of Russian diplomat Peter Alexandrovich Saburov (1835–1918).

Peter Alexandrovich Saburov (Author), J. Y. Simpson (Translated by)

9781107626478, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 13 December 2012

318 pages
21.6 x 14 x 1.8 cm, 0.37 kg

Originally published in 1929, this book contains an English translation of the Berlin-era memoirs of Russian diplomat Peter Alexandrovich Saburov (1835–1918). The memoirs relate to the period 1879–84, covering Saburov's central involvement in the negotiations surrounding The League of the Three Emperors. This diplomatic alignment between Austria-Hungary, Germany, and Russia was of fundamental importance to the international life of Europe during the late nineteenth century. The text was translated by British diplomat and renowned polymath thinker James Young Simpson (1873–1934). This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in European and Russian history.

Preface
Introduction
1. Kissingen
2. Interview at Alexandrovo, Livadia
3. The Austro-German alliance
4. The military question
5. The great affair
6. Change of ministry in England
7. Haymerlé at Friedrichsruhe
8. The question of the Straits
9. Relations with Austria
10. Resumption of the great affair
11. Continuation of the secret negotiations
12. Negotiations with Austria
13. Reports of Prince Reuss
14. Baron de Haymerlé's opposition
15. Our replies
16. A critical moment
17. The end of the negotiations
18. Treaty of 18(/6) June, 1881
Index.

Subject Areas: European history [HBJD]