Description
An uncorrected proof copy of The Iron Tsar, published by Macmillan, London in 1975. A near fine copy, with creasing and toning to the spine, some light shelf wear to the soft covers, multiple small punctures to rear panel with associated punctures in end-papers, spotting to top edge of text block.
The Iron Tsar by Geoffrey Trease is a taut historical adventure set in 1831 Saint Petersburg, during the reign of Tsar Nicholas I. Trease, known for his meticulously researched children’s fiction, transports readers into imperial Russia with political intrigue, courtly drama and vivid period detail. The narrative follows young protagonists navigating social hierarchies, uncovering conspiracies, and confronting autocratic power. It blends coming of age elements with suspense, offering both a gripping story and a well crafted portrait of 19th century Russian life.