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Bernard Wolfe
Bernard Wolfe is the author behind the groundbreaking anthology Again, Dangerous Visions. He's known for his work in speculative fiction.
The great prince died
- Pages
- 410
- Published
- 1959
- Language
- English
Synopsis
Bernard Wolfe offers a fictionalized account of Leon Trotsky's assassination in Coyoacán, Mexico, as witnessed through the eyes of various characters, including the assassin, a young American student, and Trotsky himself. Drawing on his own experiences as Trotsky's secretary and bodyguard, Wolfe blends fantasy and fact, delusion and reporting. The narrative explores Mexican culture, Stalinist tactics, and Bolshevik history, creating a compelling political novel.
Genres
Characters
Leon TrotskyProtagonist
StalinAntagonist
The AssassinAntagonist
Bernard WolfeSupporting
American studentSupporting
