Cossack and Czar is a historical novel written by David Ker and originally published in 1892. The story is set in 17th century Russia and follows the life of a young Cossack named Ivan, who is torn between his loyalty to the Cossack way of life and his duty to serve the Russian Czar.At the beginning of the novel, Ivan is a proud and independent Cossack warrior, living in the wilds of the Ukraine with his family and tribe. However, when the Czar's armies invade the region, Ivan is forced to choose between fighting for his people or submitting to the authority of the Russian state.As the story unfolds, Ivan becomes increasingly drawn into the political and military struggles of the time, and finds himself caught between conflicting loyalties and alliances. Along the way, he encounters a range of other characters, including fellow Cossacks, Russian nobles, and foreign mercenaries, each with their own motives and agendas.Throughout the novel, Ker vividly depicts the harsh realities of life in 17th century Russia, from the brutalities of war to the hardships of daily existence. He also explores themes of loyalty, honor, and identity, as Ivan struggles to reconcile his Cossack heritage with his growing sense of duty to the Czar.Overall, Cossack and Czar is a gripping and thought-provoking historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into a turbulent and complex period of Russian history.This Book Is In English.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.