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Cossack And Czar (1892)

Cossack And Czar (1892)

David Ker

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2010
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781160841986
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Cossack and Czar is a historical novel written by David Ker and published in 1892. The story takes place in Russia during the reign of Tsar Peter the Great in the early 18th century. The novel follows the journey of a young Cossack named Ivan Petroff, who is sent to Moscow to serve in the Tsar’s army. Ivan is initially reluctant to leave his homeland and his family, but he soon becomes enamored with the grandeur and excitement of the city.As Ivan rises through the ranks of the army, he becomes embroiled in the political intrigue and power struggles of the court. He also falls in love with a beautiful noblewoman named Anna, who is already betrothed to another man. Ivan must navigate the treacherous waters of court politics and societal expectations to win Anna’s heart and protect his own future.Throughout the novel, Ker explores themes of love, loyalty, and patriotism, as well as the clash between traditional Cossack values and the modernizing influence of the Tsar’s reforms. The novel is a vivid portrayal of life in 18th century Russia, with detailed descriptions of the opulent court, the harsh realities of war, and the rugged beauty of the Cossack lands. Overall, Cossack and Czar is a thrilling historical adventure that offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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