Publisher's Synopsis
The Death of Ivan the Terrible is a tragic play written by Aleksei K. Tolstoi. The play is based on the life and death of Ivan IV, also known as Ivan the Terrible, who was the first Tsar of Russia. The play portrays Ivan as a tyrant who is haunted by his past and consumed by his own paranoia. As the play progresses, Ivan's mental state deteriorates, and he becomes increasingly violent and unstable. The play culminates in Ivan's death, which is depicted as a tragic and lonely event. Throughout the play, Tolstoi explores themes of power, corruption, and the human condition. The Death of Ivan the Terrible is a powerful and thought-provoking work that offers a unique perspective on one of Russia's most infamous rulers.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.
