Demetrius, The Impostor: A Tragedy (1806)

By Alexander Soumarokove

Book Overview

Demetrius, The Impostor: A Tragedy is a play written by Alexander Soumarokove and published in 1806. The play is based on the life of Demetrius I of Russia, who was believed to be the son of Ivan the Terrible and was considered a pretender to the Russian throne. The plot revolves around the character of Demetrius, who is portrayed as a cunning and manipulative individual who uses his charisma and intelligence to deceive people into believing that he is the rightful heir to the throne. The play explores themes of power, deception, and betrayal, as Demetrius navigates the complex political landscape of Russia in the early 17th century. The play is written in the style of a classical tragedy, with a focus on the downfall of the protagonist, and features a cast of complex and nuanced characters, including Demetrius' wife, Marina, and his rival, Vasily Shuisky. Overall, Demetrius, The Impostor: A Tragedy is a gripping and thought-provoking play that offers a fascinating insight into the turbulent history of Russia.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166425436
• ISBN13: 9781166425432
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"