Lucy Worsley travels to Russia to tell the extraordinary story of the dynasty that ruled the untry for more than three centuries. It’s an epic tale that includes giant figures such as Peter the Great and Catherine the Great, the devastating struggle against Napoleon in 1812, and the shocking murders of Nicholas II and his family in 1918 which brought the dynasty to a brutal end.
　　The Romanovs were the most powerful European monarchs since the Middle Ages, wielding unmatched authority into the 20th century.  Lucy will see how they embraced and sponsored the s on an astonishing scale, missioning works and building spectacular palaces that still dazzle today. Yet many ordinary Russians were little better than slaves, and the failure of the Romanovs to address their ndition would ultimately lead to revolution.
　　In this new three-p series, Lucy will apply her characteristic insight, attention to detail and wit to the Romanov dynasty. Her understanding of royal tradition and culture, and her gift for bringing historical characters vividly to life, will create a fresh and pelling aount of this unique royal family.