Description: The colorful, enthralling story of the Russo-Mongol battle of Kulikovo, involving: the killing of a Muscovite prince only for it to turn out to be a body double, Lithuanian invaders, Russian turncoats, Genoese mercenaries, and an unexpected ambush to turn looming defeat into glorious victory.
Brief description: Born and raised in Malaysia, Darren Tan grew up drawing spaceships, dinosaurs and the stuff of his imagination, which was fuelled by movies and computer games. Following a brief stint in 3D animation, Darren now works as a freelance illustrator.
Review Quotes:
"A]n in-depth look at the history basis for the foundation 'myth' of the Russian nation ... Cinematic illustrations by Darren Tan bring the reader inside two of the battle's dramatic episodes: the death of the "false Dmitry" (a decoy wearing the Russian commander's armor) and the charge of the Russian ambush regiment. There is also a beautiful rendering of Mamai's camp which includes depictions of the Mongols' Genoese and Armenian
allies." --Toy Soldier Model Figure