This like-new hardcover is in near fine condition—no marks, pages are tight and appear unread. The book is tight, square, and unmarked. The dust jacket is clean and unblemished, with purple cloth boards and bright gilt lettering on the spine. A Lifelong Passion: Nicholas and Alexandra: Their Own Story is a historical book written by Andrei Maylunas and Sergei Mironenko. It offers a detailed and intimate portrait of the last Russian Tsar, Nicholas II, and his wife, Alexandra. Through personal letters and diary entries, the book explores their complex relationship, private struggles, and family life amid the political upheaval that marked the final years of the Russian Empire. Their story stands as a poignant reflection on the fall of a dynasty and the enduring human dimension behind historical events.