Demetrius V1: A Russian Romance (1813)

By Anonymous

Book Overview

Demetrius V1: A Russian Romance (1813) is a novel written by an anonymous author. The story is set in Russia during the reign of Tsar Peter the Great. The main character is Demetrius, a young man who is the son of a nobleman and a peasant woman. Demetrius is torn between his love for a beautiful young woman named Sophia and his duty to his family and country. As the story unfolds, Demetrius becomes embroiled in a plot to overthrow the Tsar and take the throne for himself. He must navigate a complex web of political intrigue and personal relationships in order to achieve his goals. Along the way, he is aided by a cast of colorful characters, including a wise old monk, a cunning spy, and a loyal servant.The novel is filled with vivid descriptions of Russian life and culture, from the opulent palaces of the nobility to the humble cottages of the peasants. It also explores themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal, as Demetrius struggles to reconcile his personal desires with his duty to his country.Overall, Demetrius V1: A Russian Romance is a gripping tale of passion, power, and politics set against the backdrop of one of the most fascinating periods in Russian history.In Two Volumes.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165341883
• ISBN13: 9781165341887
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"