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The Heretic, Vol. 1 of 3 (Classic Reprint): Or, the German Stranger; An Historical Romance of the Court of Russia in the Fifteenth Century, Translated From the Russian of Lajetchnikoff - Couverture souple

Thomas B. Shaw

 
9781330420577: The Heretic, Vol. 1 of 3 (Classic Reprint): Or, the German Stranger; An Historical Romance of the Court of Russia in the Fifteenth Century, Translated From the Russian of Lajetchnikoff

Synopsis

Step into 15th‑century Moscow, where a corner of the Russian court hides peril, power, and romance. A sweeping historical romance translated from the Russian, this edition recreates a world of stone palaces, courtly feasts, and high-stakes political maneuvering. Expect vivid portraits, dramatic confrontations, and a voice that blends antiquity with readable immediacy.

Set against the backdrop of the Great Prince’s Moscow, the story follows nobles, prisoners, and loyalists as they navigate ambition, allegiance, and ancient customs. The palace becomes a stage for loyalty tested by treachery, where family bonds, rivalries, and faith shape every decision. The book mixes lush description with a measured, character‑driven plot, inviting readers to feel the weight of court life and the pull of personal loyalties.




  • Rich, atmospheric scenes of a grand Russian court and its stone palace halls.

  • Intrigue, alliance, and rivalries that drive the central illness of power and trust.

  • Character sketches of princes, nobles, and a watchful advisor whose plans ripple through the realm.

  • Dialogue styled to evoke the period while remaining accessible to modern readers.



Ideal for fans of historical intrigue and romance, and for readers curious about medieval Russia as seen through a vivid, translation‑driven lens.

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