Renowned French historian Albert Sorel offers a fascinating analysis of the geopolitical situation in Europe during the 18th century. Focusing on the Partition of Poland and the Treaty of Kainardji, Sorel examines the interplay between Russia, the Ottoman Empire, and other European powers. The Eastern Question in the Eighteenth Century is an insightful examination of one of the most dynamic and complex periods in European history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.