Publisher's Synopsis
Elmquist is a historical novel that tells the story of two men, Wasa and Menzikoff, who played important roles in the political and military affairs of Sweden and Russia in the 17th and 18th centuries. Wasa, also known as Charles XII, was the king of Sweden who led his country in a series of wars against Russia and other European powers. Menzikoff, on the other hand, was a Russian statesman and military commander who rose to prominence under the reign of Czar Peter the Great.The novel begins with the early life of Wasa, who was crowned king of Sweden at the age of 15 after the death of his father. Wasa's reign was marked by a series of military campaigns, including the Great Northern War, which pitted Sweden against Russia and other European powers. The novel follows Wasa's military exploits, including his famous victory at the Battle of Narva, as well as his personal struggles as a young king trying to assert his authority over his court and his country.The second part of the novel focuses on Menzikoff, who is introduced as a young boy living in poverty in Russia. Menzikoff's intelligence and ambition earn him the favor of Czar Peter the Great, who takes him under his wing and helps him rise through the ranks of the Russian court. The novel follows Menzikoff's career as a statesman and military commander, including his role in the Great Northern War and his efforts to modernize Russia's economy and military.Throughout the novel, the lives of Wasa and Menzikoff intersect, as they find themselves on opposite sides of the conflict between Sweden and Russia. The novel explores the complex political and military relationships between the two countries, as well as the personal relationships between the two men and their families.Overall, The Stories Of Wasa And Menzikoff is a richly detailed and engaging historical novel that brings to life the fascinating characters and events of 17th and 18th century Europe.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.