A revolution threatens to cut Siberian provinces from Russian influence. All forms of communication between Moscow and the rebel territories have been interrupted.

The tsar's brother, who is in Irkutsk, five thousand five hundred kilometers away, is in immediate danger and must be notified urgently. The mission is entrusted to Captain Mikhail Strogoff.

Drama unfolds as the adventures of the tsar's courier follow one another, and amidst the tremendous adventures and deadly dangers, a great love is born.

The reader will accompany Mikhail Strogoff throughout his tragic journey within the pages of this captivating creation.