| Author |
Sienkiewicz, Henryk, 1846-1916 |
| Translator |
Soissons, Count de, 1860- |
| Title |
So Runs the World
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
Henryk Sienkiewicz [by S. C. de Soissons] -- Zola -- Whose fault? -- The verdict -- Win or lose.
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| Credits |
Produced by Kevin Handy, Dave Maddock,Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"So Runs the World" by Henryk Sienkiewicz is a dramatic piece written during the late 19th century. The text introduces various characters and themes from Sienkiewicz’s earlier works, highlighting his literary prowess and the explorations of human emotions, struggles, and relationships. It suggests that the narrative may delve into the complexities of love, loss, and the human condition, drawing on historical context and philosophical reflections. The opening of "So Runs the World" sets the stage for a character analysis intertwined with Sienkiewicz's reflections on his own literary journey and the evolution of his themes. The reader encounters a blend of admiration for Sienkiewicz’s extensive body of work alongside a detailed examination of the interplay between personal experiences and societal expectations, particularly in the form of love and fidelity. The initial dialogue introduces characters such as Jadwiga and Leon, hinting at an emotional confrontation shaped by past grievances and desires. This opening portion paints a portrait of deeply felt human connections, posed against the backdrop of societal norms and personal desires, thus inviting the reader to engage with the characters on multiple levels. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Polish essays -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
10546 |
| Release Date |
Dec 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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