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From "Memoirs of the Empress Catherine II.: Written by Herself" by Catherine II, Empress of Russia
Peter III
Grand Duke of Russia, Catherine's husband, later Emperor.
Core Belief
"That personal pleasure and amusement are the most important things in life."
Worldview
The world is a playground for his personal amusement, and he sees little value in anything that does not directly entertain him.
Personality
Childish, immature, and irresponsible. He is easily influenced, prone to childish games, and shows little interest in the affairs of state.
In Their Own Words
"What most pleased him in me was, that I was his cousin, as he could therefore, from our near relationship, open his heart to me with entire confidence."
"He was in love with one of the maids of honour to the Empress... that he would have been very glad to have married her, but that he was resigned to marry me instead, as his aunt wished it."
"if your mother is in fault, you are not."
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