Bücher von John Kirkwood Leys

The Black Terror: A Romance Of Russia is a historical novel written by John Kirkwood Leys and originally published in 1900. The story takes place in Russia during the late 19th century and follows the life of a young revolutionary named Ivan Petrovich, who becomes involved in the radical movement against the oppressive government of Tsar Nicholas II.As Ivan becomes more deeply involved in the revolutionary cause, he finds himself drawn to a mysterious woman known only as the Black Terror, who is also a revolutionary and a member of a secret society. Together, they work to overthrow the Tsarist regime and bring about a new era of freedom and equality in Russia.The novel is filled with vivid descriptions of the political and social climate of Russia at the time, including the poverty and oppression experienced by the working class, the corruption of the ruling elite, and the brutal tactics used by the government to suppress dissent. It also explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the struggle for justice in the face of overwhelming odds.Overall, The Black Terror: A Romance Of Russia is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in Russian history.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.