The book "From Catherine I to Catherine II" tells about the life and reign of two outstanding Russian empresses who influenced the history of their country. Catherine I - the first ruler of the Russian Empire, known for her reforms and contemporaries nicknamed "The Autocrat". Her rule was decisive for the modernization and development of Russia. Catherine II, or Catherine the Great, is also known for her reforms and the great territorial expansion of the Russian Empire. She was a culturally educated monarch who made an important contribution to the development of literature, art and education. The book "From Catherine I to Catherine II" is a fascinating narrative about two outstanding female rulers who had a great impact on the history of Russia.