A year before his death, the Russian writer and religious philosopher Vladimir Solovyov (1853-1900) crafted a fascinating utopian vision of the 21st century. The dazzling main character: the personified evil, the Antichrist. None of his works have been translated into as many languages - now Solovyov's captivating visionary design of the motif is presented in a comprehensive interpretation and commentary. In his accompanying comments, Ingo Hoppe demonstrates that Solovyov's intriguing depiction of the end times is more than just a scholarly treatise in literary form. He highlights the complex dual nature of the Antichrist and the book's significant relevance in our time.