Ivan The Terrible (1904) - Kazimierz Waliszewski - Bog

Ivan The Terrible is a historical biography written by Kazimierz Waliszewski in 1904. The book provides a detailed account of the life and reign of Ivan IV, also known as Ivan the Terrible, who was the first Tsar of Russia. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific period in Ivan's life. The book begins with Ivan's childhood and his early years as a ruler, during which he consolidated his power and established the Tsardom of Russia. It then goes on to discuss Ivan's military campaigns, his expansion of the Russian Empire, and his efforts to modernize the country. The book also covers Ivan's personal life, including his marriages, his relationships with his advisors and family members, and his mental and physical health.Throughout the book, Waliszewski presents a balanced and nuanced view of Ivan's reign, acknowledging both his accomplishments and his flaws. He also provides historical context for Ivan's actions, explaining the political and cultural factors that influenced his decisions. Overall, Ivan The Terrible is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers readers a detailed look at one of the most important figures 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.