Famous Affinities of History: The Romance of Devotion. Volume 2

"Famous Affinities of History: The Romance of Devotion. Volume 2" by Lyndon Orr is a historical exploration of notable love affairs, revealing the intricate relationships of influential figures from the past. Orr focuses on romances like Empress Catharine II and Prince Potemkin, Marie Antoinette and Count Fersen, and Aaron Burr, explaining the emotions and their place in society. For instance, the story of Empress Catharine II reveals her troubled marriage to Price Peter, and how the disappointments and challenges she encountered fueled her rise to become a powerful ruler, highlighting her transition and foreshadowing the complex relationships contained in the volume's accounts.