The Adventures of the Mad Tsar

The Tsar of Russia is captured by conspirators and becomes a simple peasant, facing a coup d'état, feats of strength, and an election. A parody of the misadventures of a fictional Tsar, written by Tarek Ben Yakhlef.

Format: Hardback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 23 July 2024
Publisher: Black Panel Press Inc

The Tsar of Russia, dressed in peasant clothes, strolls through the streets of St. Petersburg, seeking to be closer to his subjects. However, disaster strikes when he is captured by a group of conspirators who wish to use his uncanny resemblance to the Tsar for sinister ends. What fate awaits the true Tsar, now a simple peasant, in the hands of his enemies? And most importantly, what do they have in store for him next?

A 146-page collection of three short stories, "The Tsar of Russia: A Parody," will see our protagonist resist a coup d'état, compete in feats of strength to decide the next Khan of the Caucasus, and run in his country's very first election. Written by Tarek Ben Yakhlef, a Tunisian-French historian and street artist, the book is a parody about the misadventures of a fictional Tsar of Russia, based on Peter the Great and other Tsars and historical figures of the Russian Empire.

The first story, "The Tsar's Resemblance," begins with the Tsar strolling through the streets of St. Petersburg, dressed in peasant clothes. He is approached by a group of conspirators who offer him a large sum of money to impersonate the Tsar and attend a state banquet. The Tsar, being a kind-hearted man, refuses the offer, but the conspirators are persistent. They threaten to harm his family if he does not comply, and the Tsar is forced to accept their offer.

The Tsar arrives at the state banquet, where he is greeted by the Emperor and the Empress. The conspirators have disguised themselves as servants and are waiting for the Tsar to make a mistake. However, the Tsar is too clever for them and manages to avoid any mishaps.

The second story, "The Feats of Strength," takes place in a remote village in the Caucasus. The Tsar is invited to compete in a series of feats of strength to decide the next Khan of the Caucasus. The other contestants are fierce warriors, and the Tsar is determined to win.

The Tsar's first challenge is to lift a heavy stone. He manages to lift it with ease, but the other contestants are not impressed. They challenge him to lift a larger stone, and the Tsar again manages to lift it with ease.

The third challenge is to break a wooden stick. The Tsar's opponent is a skilled warrior who has broken many sticks before. The Tsar is determined to win, and he uses all of his strength to break the stick.

The fourth challenge is to run a race. The Tsar's opponent is a fast runner who has won many races before. The Tsar is determined to win, and he runs with all of his strength.

In the end, the Tsar wins the competition and becomes the new Khan of the Caucasus. The conspirators are disappointed, but they are not deterred. They continue to plot against the Tsar, and they eventually succeed in capturing him.

The third story, "The Election," takes place in a small village in Russia. The Tsar is running for election as the new Tsar of Russia. The other candidates are corrupt politicians who have been in power for many years.

The Tsar's campaign is based on his promise to bring change to Russia. He promises to reduce poverty, increase education, and improve the quality of life for the people. The other candidates, however, are not interested in change. They are only interested in keeping their power.

The election is held, and the Tsar wins by a landslide. The conspirators are furious, and they begin to plot against the Tsar again. They plan to assassinate him and take over the country.

However, the Tsar is too clever for them. He has a secret weapon that he has been keeping hidden for years. He uses this weapon to defeat the conspirators and save his country.

In the end, the Tsar is victorious. He is restored to his throne, and he begins to implement his promises. Russia becomes a better place, and the people are grateful to the Tsar for his leadership.

The book is a parody about the misadventures of a fictional Tsar of Russia, but it also has a serious message. It shows that even in the most difficult times, a leader can make a difference. It also shows that the people of Russia are resilient and that they will not be defeated by their enemies.

The book is written in a humorous and engaging style, and it is easy to read. It is suitable for readers of all ages, and it will make you laugh and think.

In conclusion, "The Tsar of Russia: A Parody" is a 146-page collection of three short stories that will see our protagonist resist a coup d'état, compete in feats of strength to decide the next Khan of the Caucasus, and run in his country's very first election. Written by Tarek Ben Yakhlef, a Tunisian-French historian and street artist, the book is a parody about the misadventures of a fictional Tsar of Russia, based on Peter the Great and other Tsars and historical figures of the Russian Empire. It is a humorous and engaging book that will make you laugh and think, and it has a serious message. I highly recommend it to anyone who is interested in history or politics.

Dimension: 279 x 203 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781990521287