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The Young Tsar: Absolute Power, Moral Awakening, and the Burden of Leadership (Deluxe Hardbound Edition)

  • Hardback
  • Publisher: Library of Alexandria
  • 12.7 x 20.4 x 0.7 cm

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What if Absolute Power Only Revealed How Little Control You Truly Have?

Imagine ascending to the throne with noble dreams of justice, compassion, and reform. As the newly crowned emperor, you believe you can transform your kingdom for the better-right the wrongs, heal the suffering, and bring fairness to the land. But what happens when you discover that real power isn't yours to wield?

The Young Tsar by Leo Tolstoy is a powerful and haunting tale about leadership, idealism, and the crushing reality of political systems built to resist change. As the young ruler confronts the limitations of his own authority, he faces a heartbreaking realization: true power often lies not in titles or crowns, but in the invisible forces of tradition, bureaucracy, and manipulation.

This edition brings Tolstoy's masterful exploration of moral idealism and political reality to life with clarity and emotional impact. Whether you're a student of leadership, philosophy, or simply someone seeking a profound story, The Young Tsar offers timeless lessons for anyone questioning the balance between authority and justice.

You're not just reading a story-you're immersing yourself in Tolstoy's bold exploration of power, responsibility, and the human struggle for integrity.

What You'll Discover Inside:

  • A Cautionary Tale About Leadership - Follow the journey of a well-meaning ruler as he confronts a system built to resist change.
  • The Clash Between Conscience and Control - Witness how noble intentions are challenged by institutional power and manipulation.
  • A Timeless Exploration of Freedom and Responsibility - Consider what it truly means to be free-whether as a ruler or a citizen.
  • Moral Idealism vs. Political Reality - Understand the cost of reform in a world that prefers things as they are.

Order The Young Tsar today and discover Tolstoy's unforgettable meditation on power, conscience, and the pursuit of justice.

  • Title

    The Young Tsar: Absolute Power, Moral Awakening, and the Burden of Leadership (Deluxe Hardbound Edition)

  • Author

    Leo Tolstoy

  • Book Format

    Hardcover

  • Publisher

    Library of Alexandria

  • Published

    June 2025

  • Weight

    164g

  • Dimensions

    12.7 x 20.4 x 0.7 cm

  • ISBN

    9781804218822

  • ISBN-10

    1804218820

  • Eden Code

    7267506

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