Russia - The Present State Of Russia by Christian Friedrich Weber. London: W. Taylor. 1722. Two volumes, first English edition, 352 & 432 pages. Giving an interesting account regarding Russia during the time of Peter the Great stated on title page thus; “An Account of the Government of that Country, both Civil and Ecclesiastical, of the CZAR’s Forces by Sea and Land, the Regulation of his Finances, the several Method she made use of to civilize his People and improve the Country” etc. large folding engraved map, large folding plan of St. Petersburg, some spotting and soiling, contemporary panelled calf, 8vo, Each size 5” × 8”, an early book about Russia