Chronicles the life of sixteenth-century Grand Duke of Moscow Ivan IV, discussing the violence, madness, and empire-building that secured his place in history.
A biography of Ivan IV Vasilyevich, the Russian ruler whose policies earned him the title "Ivan the Terrible, " looking at his life and ambitions within the context of sixteenth-century Russia.
Presents a comprehensive biography of sixteenth-century Russian Tzar, Ivan IV, and chronicles his life, policies, marriages, and the terror and killings that occurred under his reign.
Traces the life of the sixteenth century Russian czar, describes the historical background of his reign, and discusses his indirect influence on modern East-West relations.
