Hard to Be a God (Rediscovered Classics) (S.F. MASTERWORKS)

by Arkady Strugatsky, Boris Strugatsky, and Hari Kunzru

Hari Kunzru (Foreword) and Olena Bormashenko (Translator)

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Don Rumata has been sent from Earth to the medieval kingdom of Arkanar with instructions to observe and to save what he can. Masquerading as an arrogant nobleman, a dueler, and a brawler, he is never defeated, but yet he can never kill. With his doubt and compassion, and his deep love for a local girl named Kira, Rumata wants to save the kingdom from the machinations of Don Reba, the first minister to the king. But given his orders, what role can he play? This long overdue translation will reintroduce one of the most profound Soviet-era novels to an eager audience.
  • ISBN10 1613748310
  • ISBN13 9781613748312
  • Publish Date 1 June 2014 (first published 3 April 1975)
  • Publish Status Active
  • Imprint Chicago Review Press
  • Format eBook
  • Language English