The Demon (Library of Russian Classics S.)

M. Yu. Lermontov, Dennis Ward ( Editor)

ISBN 10: 0900186585 / ISBN 13: 9780900186585

Published by Bradda Books Ltd.,, 1964

About this Item

ex library hardback in protective cover, usual date stamps inside, 1964 2nd revised edition published by Bradda Books, Letchworth. D/J & page edges little grubby, otherwise a good, clean, sound copy, will despatch within 24 hours from UK. BS-6D*.

Seller Inventory # SFL-29A36

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Demon (Library of Russian Classics S.)
• Publisher: Bradda Books Ltd.,
• Publication Date: 1964
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0900186585
• ISBN 13: 9780900186585
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Fair
• Dust Jacket Condition: Fair

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Synopsis

FromThe Demon opens with the eponymous protagonist wandering the earth, hopeless and troubled. He dwells in infinite isolation, his immortality and unlimited power a worthless burden. Then he espies the beautiful Princess Tamara, dancing for her wedding. The Demon courts Tamara, and Tamara knows fear, yet in him she sees not a demon nor an angel but a tortured soul. Eventually she yields to his embrace, but their relationship does not end happily...