Peter and Alexis: The Romance of Peter the Great by Dmitry Sergeyevich Merezhkovsky
"Peter and Alexis: The Romance of Peter the Great" by Dmitry Sergeyevich Merezhkovsky is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative explores the tumultuous relationship between Tsar Peter the Great and his son, Tsarevitch Alexis, against the backdrop of early 18th century Russia, examining themes of power, rebellion, and political intrigue. The book delves into the personal struggles and societal issues of the era, focusing on Alexis's conflict
with his father's sweeping reforms and the turmoil within the Romanov family. At the start of the novel, the reader is introduced to a significant encounter between Tsarevitch Alexis and a troubled old clerk, Larion Dokoukin, who speaks of the approaching Antichrist and presents seditious writings reflective of the growing unrest among the people towards Peter's westernization efforts. This opening sets the tone for Alexis's internal conflict as he grapples with the expectations of duty to his father while feeling empathy for the old man's plight, capturing his existential and moral dilemmas. The scene unfolds within the setting of early Petersburg, where Alexis's disheveled existence reveals his detachment from both his royal responsibilities and personal relationships, particularly with his pregnant wife, highlighting a deep-rooted sense of melancholy and alienation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Merezhkovsky, Dmitry Sergeyevich, 1865-1941 |
|---|---|
| Uniform Title | Antikhrist. English |
| Title | Peter and Alexis: The Romance of Peter the Great |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_and_Alexis |
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| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Peter I, Emperor of Russia, 1672-1725 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Alexis, Czarevitch, son of Peter I, Emperor of Russia, 1690-1718 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61235 |
| Release Date | Jan 25, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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