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By Neva's Waters Being an Episode in the Secret History of Alexander the First, Czar of All the Russias follows the adventures of an English gentleman as he becomes entangled in a world of romance, political intrigue, and moral dilemmas. Set against the backdrop of early 19th-century Europe, the story explores the complexities of love, honor, and the harsh realities of political maneuvering. The protagonist, with a strong sense of chivalry, is drawn into a tangled web involving a noble princess, a powerful Russian envoy, and family secrets that threaten to disrupt the political order. As he…mehr

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By Neva's Waters Being an Episode in the Secret History of Alexander the First, Czar of All the Russias follows the adventures of an English gentleman as he becomes entangled in a world of romance, political intrigue, and moral dilemmas. Set against the backdrop of early 19th-century Europe, the story explores the complexities of love, honor, and the harsh realities of political maneuvering. The protagonist, with a strong sense of chivalry, is drawn into a tangled web involving a noble princess, a powerful Russian envoy, and family secrets that threaten to disrupt the political order. As he navigates this dangerous world, he is forced to confront the conflict between personal desire and duty. The narrative explores the choices made under pressure, the consequences of honor, and the sacrifices required in the pursuit of love. Through a series of events filled with tension and high stakes, the protagonist must decide where his loyalties lie, while also contending with the ever-present forces of political power. The story ultimately delves into the struggle between personal ideals and the harsh demands of a world shaped by political forces and ambition.
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John R. Carling was an author known for his historical fiction. While there is limited information available about his personal life, his work is characterized by its engagement with significant historical events and figures, often set against a backdrop of political intrigue and romance. One of his notable works is By Neva's Waters: Being an Episode in the Secret History of Alexander the First, Czar of All the Russias, which explores the complexities of Russian politics and the personal struggles of its characters within the context of European history. Carling's novels often combined romance with elements of adventure, and his characters were frequently caught in moral dilemmas involving honor, duty, and love. His writing reflects a deep interest in historical periods and a flair for creating intricate plots that intertwine personal and political conflicts. Though not as widely remembered today, Carling's work contributed to the genre of historical fiction, offering readers vivid portrayals of history through the lens of personal stories.