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Title: Michael Strogoff; Or, The Courier of the Czar
Note: Reading ease score: 71.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Judy Boss, and David Widger
Summary: "Michael Strogoff; Or, The Courier of the Czar" by Jules Verne is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story centers around the protagonist, Michael Strogoff, a courier for the Czar of Russia, who embarks on a perilous journey from Moscow to Irkutsk to deliver a vital message amidst a rebellion against the Russian Empire in Siberia. The opening of the novel sets a vibrant scene at a grand fête in the New Palace of Moscow, where amidst the celebrations, the Czar receives troubling news about disruptions in communication with the Siberian provinces. The narrative introduces the political tensions brewing in the backdrop, particularly revolving around a traitor named Ivan Ogareff, who poses a significant threat to the stability of the region. Michael Strogoff is soon introduced as a dedicated courier summoned by the Czar to undertake the crucial mission of delivering a letter to the Grand Duke while navigating through a war-torn landscape filled with danger. The stakes are high, as Strogoff's journey not only involves physical challenges but also emotional conflicts, particularly regarding his family ties in Siberia, suggesting deep themes of loyalty and sacrifice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Verne, Jules, 1828-1905
EBook No.: 1842
Published: Aug 1, 1999
Downloads: 308
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Russia -- History -- Alexander II, 1855-1881 -- Fiction
Subject: Heroes -- Fiction
Subject: Tatars -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Michael Strogoff; Or, The Courier of the Czar
Note: Reading ease score: 71.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Judy Boss, and David Widger
Summary: "Michael Strogoff; Or, The Courier of the Czar" by Jules Verne is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story centers around the protagonist, Michael Strogoff, a courier for the Czar of Russia, who embarks on a perilous journey from Moscow to Irkutsk to deliver a vital message amidst a rebellion against the Russian Empire in Siberia. The opening of the novel sets a vibrant scene at a grand fête in the New Palace of Moscow, where amidst the celebrations, the Czar receives troubling news about disruptions in communication with the Siberian provinces. The narrative introduces the political tensions brewing in the backdrop, particularly revolving around a traitor named Ivan Ogareff, who poses a significant threat to the stability of the region. Michael Strogoff is soon introduced as a dedicated courier summoned by the Czar to undertake the crucial mission of delivering a letter to the Grand Duke while navigating through a war-torn landscape filled with danger. The stakes are high, as Strogoff's journey not only involves physical challenges but also emotional conflicts, particularly regarding his family ties in Siberia, suggesting deep themes of loyalty and sacrifice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Verne, Jules, 1828-1905
EBook No.: 1842
Published: Aug 1, 1999
Downloads: 308
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Russia -- History -- Alexander II, 1855-1881 -- Fiction
Subject: Heroes -- Fiction
Subject: Tatars -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.