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Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Christianity, the narrative delves into the tumultuous relationship between Peter the Great and his son, Tsarevich Alexei. This conflict symbolizes the larger struggle between good and evil, embodying the clash between Christ and the Antichrist. As the final installment of The Christ and Antichrist Trilogy, it presents an apocalyptic vision of faith and humanity's destiny, culminating in a profound exploration of spiritual and moral dilemmas.

Set during the Italian Renaissance, the narrative explores Leonardo da Vinci's journey of self-discovery as he evaluates a rediscovered statue of Venus. This pivotal moment intertwines humanist ideals with his faith in art, reflecting Dmitriy Merezhkovsky's theory of the Third Testament, which envisions Christianity's fulfillment in the modern era. As the second installment of a trilogy, it builds on the themes established in The Death of the Gods and precedes Peter and Alexis, showcasing Merezhkovsky's unique spiritual and historical insights.

A selection of sketches, diagrams, and notebook writings by the Italian Renaissance master offers insight into his theories and observations as well as his role in period art, town planning, science, and philosophy