Boris Godunov by Alexander Pushkin
A Drama in Verse
The narrative centers on the tumultuous political landscape of Russia following the death of Tsar Ivan the Terrible. It delves into the ascent of Boris Godunov to the Russian throne amidst power struggles, rumors, and the specter of a pretender claiming to be the rightful heir. The story explores themes of ambition, guilt, and the heavy burden of leadership as Boris grapples with his conscience and the consequences of his actions in a period marked by political intrigue, betrayal, and the quest for legitimacy in a nation on the brink of turmoil.
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- Published
- 1831
- Nationality
- Russian
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 100-150
- Original Language
- Russian
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- Alternate Titles
- - Борис Годунов
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 34th on The Main Works of Russian literature (Polka Academy)
- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)