Ivan The Terrible (1904)

Ivan The Terrible is a historical biography written by Kazimierz Waliszewski in 1904. The book delves into the life and reign of Ivan IV, also known as Ivan the Terrible, who was the first Tsar of Russia. The author uses a combination of historical records and personal accounts to provide a comprehensive look at the life and times of Ivan the Terrible. The book begins with a detailed examination of Ivan's childhood and early years as a ruler, including his tumultuous relationship with his mother and his early military victories. The author then goes on to explore the many political and social challenges that Ivan faced during his reign, including the rise of the Oprichnina, a secret police force that he created to help him maintain control over his subjects. Throughout the book, Waliszewski provides a nuanced and complex portrait of Ivan the Terrible, highlighting both his strengths as a leader and his many flaws and shortcomings. He also explores the broader historical context of Ivan's reign, including the religious and cultural factors that helped to shape his worldview and his approach to governance. Overall, Ivan The Terrible is a fascinating and insightful look at one of the most controversial figures in Russian history, and it remains a classic work of historical biography to this day.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.